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This we consider to be the finest and most select type
of Red Globe Onion in existence. We have called it N. K. &
Co.’s Minnesota Red Globe in order to distinguish it from all
other stocks of Red Globe Onion, from which it differs not
only in purity of stock and perfection of shape, but in earli-
ness, productiveness and beauty of color. The outer skin
possesses that lustre and richness of color so desirable and
yet so often lacking in Red Globe stock.
Large pkt., 10 cents; oz. 25 cents; 4 Ib.,
60 cents; Ib., $2.25.
(See page 54)
(Sold only im sealed packets)
This grand new Lettuce de-
lights all who grow it. The outer
leaves are of a beautiful green, |
changing toward the center of ©
the head to a rich goldenyellow. 9s ¥g
It is very sweet and crisp and of ae =*
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superior quality, as to cause uni- %
yersalremark. For salads it is un-
equalled. For further particu-
lars see page 50. i,
Prices: Packet, 10 cents; oz., 20 cents; =
gL TRE 14 Ib., 60 cents; 1 1b., $2.00, postpaid.
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AMOUNT ENCLOSED.
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Nursery Stock. In the event of it being lost pie
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ITH orders for Vegetable or Flower Seeds amounting to $1.00 or over, you | \
may make YOUR OWN SELECTION of these three desirable premiums. Toavoid
misunderstandings, PLEASE NOTE CAREFULLY: 1st—Order premiums
by number (1, 2 or 3). 2d—This offer does not include the collection mentioned on the — |
envelope, neither are any of these premiums given with orders for Shrubs, Roses, Trees, |
ULDS, ants or otner urser OCK. —fFrremlum mus e selected when order 1S
Bulbs, Plant ther N y Stock. 38d—P t b lected wl d }
sent, 4th—This offer expires July Ist, 1903.
Field Seed Premium No.1.| Flower Seed Prem. No. 3. ||
: Pet. Lorkestan Alfalfa. conc. hoe value 10c. | 1 Pkt. Bridal Veil...:..... Te rs so, value 10¢-285:
‘¢ White Hulless Barley........... 10c | 1 ‘* Wild Cucumber (climber) ...... Leste
1 See OVA: MAORI, aterm ts: 6 Peis wae ale nets ‘¢ 10c | 1 ‘* Evening Scented Stock ......... ‘* Wet
1%"). Slender Wheat Grass’... 2... .2., ‘cm l0c | 1 §* . Poppy, Giant Pull Balle JOG ISR:
1 ‘** Thousand Headed Kale......... ‘“* §10c | 1. ** Sweet Peas, Dwarf Cupid........ § 2100
Vegetable Seed Prem. No.2. | Special Grass Prem. No. 4. |
1 Pkt. Daylight Cabbage, earliest...... value 10¢ N. K. & CO'S STERLING SEED SOWER. iia
1 ‘Radish, Triumph ............... 106 | ir acnoe reas or Clover Beods to the anreant of @NQn(iGrceeann a
Be PP NIIOR , OOUMUICIAL, © ys 5.6 wt si stpeinlede ‘© 0c | We will send. (if asked for on fhe order, not otherwise pnb of ane ' oa
1 ‘§ Tomato, Plymouth Rock........ ‘6 10c | pew 7 eda : * Stee
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Wou are Safe in Sending Money
7E are mailing a very large edition of this
catalogue. It goes to all parts of the
United States and to several foreign countries.
It will reach thousands of people who have
never traded with us, or possibly even heard
of us, and they will, of course, know nothing
of our business or financial responsibility.
To such we would say: You are entirely safe
in sending your money to us. Ask your banker
to look us up in the Commercial Agency Re-
ports, or if you prefer, write (enclosing stamp
for reply, to the Minnesota State Experiment
Farm, St. Anthony Park, Minnesota, any bank,
wholesale house or express company in Min-
neapolis, or to the postmaster of this city.
We guarante> safe arrival of all seeds sent
by mail.
We accept postage stamps, currency or coin,
but do not guarantee that money sent us in
that form will reach us.
We prefer that remittance be made by bank
draft, express or postoffice money order, and
we do guarantee that money sent us in that
way will reach us.
We guarantee that if we cannot promptly fill
your order for any item that we will at once
return the money sent for same.
We guarantee that we will not keep your
money, send you a “due bill,” or substitute
something you do not want.
HERE are three classes of Seed Cata-
logues. One class caters to the patron-
age of those who are misled by ower-=
drawn pictures and statements that
are deliberately untrue.
Another class takes advantage of the
fears of those who, through their natural
desire to secure the best seeds will pay
fancy prices for what often proves to be
very ordinary Stock.
There is yet another class which seeks the trade
of those who want the best seeds possible to pro=-
cure and are willing to pay a reasonable price for them.
To this class our catalogue belongs. Our seeds
we believe to be as good as can be obtained
anywhere at any price.
Our descriptions are brief and accurate.
Our illustrations are true to nature.
Our prices are reasonable.
We trust that our efforts to simplify the task of
selection and dignify the sale of seeds, will meet with
the approval of intelligent purchasers.
NORTHRUP, KING & CO., Seedsmen, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN,
How to Order and Send Money
Please remember that our prices include
Seeds by prepayment of postage by us on all seeds
Mail ordered by the packet, ounce, pound, pint
or quart. We guarantee the safe delivery
of all seeds sent by mail.
We deliver seeds to any Express
Seeds by Express or Hailvoad Company in Minne-
2 apolis. @$~Deduct8 cts per pound
or Freight from postpaid prices oi deeds or-
dered sent by Express or Freight. Ye per pint, 15e per
quart from postpaid prices on Beans and Peas. 5e per
pint, 10e per quart from postpaid prices on Corn. This ap-
plies ONLY toseeds quoted by the ¥%, 4 lb.,1 1b., pintand
quart, or where otherwise noted. On everything quoted
by the peck, bushel or 100 lbs., purchaserin every instance
is to pay transportation charges. When possible, give
full shipping instructions. In the absence of these par-
ticulars we willuse our best judgment. No charges for
boxes, bags, or cartage on seeds bought at prices herein.
Express offices have now purchas-
ing departments in all their offices.
If you wish to order goods from us to
be sent by express, ask fora purchas-
ing blank at any Express Office, and it will be supplied
and forwarded by them without extra charge, other than
the usual rates for returning goods.
Purchasing by
Express
When ordering, give name and full
Name, Address, address. Many orders reach us
Etc. every season in which the name or
postoffice address is lacking. It is,
of course, impossible to fill these orders until they are
identified.
Money can be sent safely either by P.
O. order, bank draft, express order or
registered letter. If yourorderamounts
to $1.00 or more, it is best tosend by one
of the above methods. Postage stamps same as cash.
How to Send
Money
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rPélant Rates Reduced One-Halt!
FROM MINNEAPOLIS TO THE NORTHWEST
ON
Grass Seeds, Glover Seeds, Milles Seed and Rape Seed
THE POLLOWING LETTER EXPLAINS ITSELP.
“MESSRS. NORTHRUP, KING & CO.,
Minneapolis, Minn,
GENTLEMEN: On January ist, 1903, we will put into effect over our re-
spective roads, as mentioned beJow, one-half the regular tariff rates on Grass
Seed, Clover Seed, Miilet Seed and Rape Seed, from Minneapolis to all stations
on tne Great Northern R. Ik. in Minnesota, North Dakota and Montana;
stations on the Willmar & Sioux Falls R.R. in Minnesota, also sta-
tions on the Montana Central R. R.; to all stations on the Northern
Pacific R. R. in Minnesota, North Dakota and Montana; to all stations
on the Minneapolis, St. Paul & Sault Ste. Marie in Minnesota, and
North Dakota.
This rate applies to all shipments of Grass, Clover, Millet, Sor-
ghum and Dwarf Essex Rape Seed, whether in car or less than car
lots, from Minneapolis to points above mentioned, subject, however,
toa minimum charge of 15 cents per 100 Ibs. in less than
car lots, and 10cents per hundred lbs. on carloads of
24,000 lbs or over.
We trust that this will stimulate the increased
sowing of these important seeds in the Northwest. This
rate will probably be discontinued after June 30, 1903.
Yours very truly,
GEO. O. SOMERS, St. Paul, Minn,
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> W. L. MARTIN, Minneapolis, Minn.,
Gen’l Fget. Agt. M. St. P. & S.S. M. Ry.
SS = 5
HALE RATES wist23%eirs on Seed Wheat, Barley, Rye and Flax.
The Northern Pacific, Great Northern, ‘‘Soo”’ and several of the other railroads running
out of Minneapolis, during the months of February, March, April and May of each year,
give one-half the regular tariff rates on Wheat, Rye, Barley and Flax Seed in any quan-
tity for seeding purposes, from Minneapolis to any station on their line except terminal
points. We will see that in all instances, shipments of Seed Grain ordered from us are made
so as to receive the benefit of these reduced rates wherever they are operative.
HIS is the fifth year of the «HALF RATES” on Grass Seeds, etc., and we exper=
ience no little satisfaction in having originally taken up and secured, unassisted
by anyone, such an important concession from the railroads. It has saved MANY
THOUSANDS of DOLLARS to the farmers of the Northwest which would otherwise
have been paid out for freight charges, and will continue to be of benefit to them as
long as it is in force, but it has another and a deeper meaning.
It shows that the keen and far-sighted men who direct the destinies of these great
railroads realize the importance of establishing the TAME GRASSES and CLOVERS
along their respective lines to take the place of the natural grasses, which are so
rapidly disappearing. Customers who do not live on the lines of the above mentioned
roads will not, of course, be benefited by the reduction in freight rates; but ail will
be benefited wherever they live, who use “STERLING”? SEEDS.,
NORTHRUP, KING & CO.,
Seedsmen, 26, 28, 30 and 32 Hennepin Ave.,:
January 1, 1903. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
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OUR FREE PREMIUMS
desirablic premiums.
expires July ist, 19038.
Field Seed, Premium No. 1.
Try these on your land. They may revelutionize your farming.
1 Pkt. Turkestan Alfalfa, Sie es value, 10c
(The Hardy Alfalfa.)
1 Pkt. White Hulless Barley, - - value, 10c
(The Handsomest Grain in the World.)
1 Pkt. Soja Bean, - - value, 10c
(The Richest Known Veretanie Substance.)
1 Pkt. Slender Wheat Grass, - - value, 10c
(Resists Drouth and Frost.)
1 Pkt. Thousand Headed Kale, - value, 10c
(The New Pasture Plant.)
| Vegetable Seed, Premium No. 2
Once tried, you will not want to be without them.
ITH orders for Vegetable or Fiower Seeds amounting to $1.00
or over, customers may make their own choice of these three
To avoid misunderstandings PLEASE NOTE
CAREFULLY: ist—Order premiums by number (1, 2 or 3).
offer does not include the collection mentioned on the envelope.
3d—Premium must be selected when order is sent.
1 Pkt. Daylight Cabbage, (earliest) - value, 10c
(Firm, Hard Head.)
| 1 Pkt. Radish, Triumph, - - - value, 10c
(Beautifully Mottled, Scarlet and White.)
| 1 Pkt. Onion. Bermuda, - - value, 10c
(Mild and Sweet.)
1 Pkt. Tomato, Plymouth Rock, - value, 10c
(Solid, Delicious.)
1 Pkt. Sweet Corn, Portland, - value, 10c
(A Very Sweet, Sweet Corn.)
Flower Seed, Premium No. 3
_A Rare Offer.
POPE Bridal Veil, -‘olisbicoi tdi ware, ide
(Hardy. Invaluabie for Boquets.)
1 Pkt. Wild Cucumber, (climber), - value, 10c
(Rapid Grower. Hardy.)
value, 10c
i 1 Pkt. Evening Scented Stock, -
(Exhales a Most Delicious Perfume.)
1 Pkt. Poppy, Giant Puff Bali, - value, 10c
(Showy and Beautiful.)
| 1 Pkt. Sweet Peas, Dwarf Cupid, - value, 10c
(6to8in. high. Showy, Many Colors.)
2da—This
$th—This offer
Special Grass and Clover Seed
Premium No. 4.
N., K. @ CO.’S
Sterling Seed Sower.
To those who order from this cat-
alogue our Sterling grades of Grass
or Clover Seeds to the amount of
$10.00, we will send (if asked for on
the order, not otherwise) one of our
new Sterling Broadcast
Seed Sowers.
This seeder will sow any seed
that is sown broadcast, such as
oats, wheat, rye, flax, millet, clover,
timothy, grass seed, etc. The slide
which cohtrols the feed can be
closed instantly. It moves freely
and is so constructed that it can
never bind. Our customers will
find it to be the strongest, neatest,
and most compact hand seed
sower made. It will be sent as a
premium as above mentioned, or
alone by either freight or express,
on receipt of $1.25, customer to pay
transportation charges.
4 NortTHRuP, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
PERFECTED FARM SEEDS
FROM THE
WORLD’S GOLDEN GRAIN BELT.
MR. JAMES J. HILL.
It is well understood that the farther north either animal or vege-
table life is developed, the better that development is.
J.J. IEE,
The truth expressed in the above quotation has long been recognized by
all authorities, but coming from such a man as Mr. Hill, the words con-
tain a special meaning on which it may be profitable to dwell for a moment.
Of all men prominently before the public he seems to possess in profound-
est degree the faculty of penetrating to the very bottom of a proposition,
ascertaining the vital point on which business success wil! rest, and then
he confidently and successfully builds upon that foundation.
When he put the Great Northern Railway through to the Pacific Coast,
he figured that if he built a shorter line, with easier grades than the other
trans-continental roads, he could haul freight at a profit while other rail-
roads were handling it at a less profit or ata loss—_Largely a question of
grade, In establishing a line of steamers from Seattle to the Orient, he
figures that he can carry freight at less cost than the San Francisco steam-
ers, because his coal supply will be cheaper.—Largely a question of coal.
And so, in farming and gardening, if seeds grown in the North are
better than others, is not the question of your crop LARGELY A
QUESTION OF SEEDS? BUY NORTHERN GROWN SEEDS.
Norturup, Kinc & Co. SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. :
2a SEED POTATOES 2
“Whither Are We Drifting.”
What We May Expect From a Seed Catalogue of 1910.
The Wonderful New BUNCO Potato.
This is under amy and all circumstances, the most productive
potato on this or any other earth; but when grown under our
new method, by which all danger of drouth is obviated,
an anaplerotic crop is assured to each and every purchaser.
This method is very simple indeed, but was discovered by us only after ex-
haustive experiment and the expenditure of several million doilars. We
now give this method FREE to the world; as to benefit our
FELLOW FARMERS is our mission.
Plant the New Bunco Potato in rows six feet apart. Between
each row, sow seed of our New Niobe Onion. During dry weather
the Onion becomes so strong that is brings tears to the eyes of the potatoes
(which are extremely susceptible) in sufficient density to keep the ground
in a thoroughly moist condition.
Price of the New Bunco Potato, $10.00 per bushel; 2 bushels for
$25.00; 10 bushels for $200.00.
With each bushel of potatoes we give KREE one-half pound of
seed of our New NEOQBE @nion, the only Onion sufiiciently strong
to force enough tears to secure the desired result. Send orders to ADAM
BLOWHARD, Tagal Island, P. I.
EXTRA EARLY TRIUMPH.—(Bliss.)
This variety has teen known for a long time,
and yet “unknown.” It was introduced many
years ago by Mr. B. K. Bliss of New York, who
disseminated the Karly Rose. The Triumph at-
tained at the time no particular favor, but allof
a sudden its virtues became appreciated and
the demand for it was so great. that it
sold readily in carload lots for three times the
price of ordinary seed potatoes, and one man
who heid several thousand bushels reaped a sub-
stantial fortune from theirsale. There is good
reason why the Triumph shouldbe popular. It
is from seven to ten days earlier than the Ohio,
and that oftentimes means a difference of many
dollars in the crop. We believe that potato
growers will do wellto plant liberally of them the
coming spring as there is sure to bean almost
unlimited demand for the seed from the Missis-
sippi Valley where thousands upon thousands
ofacres of potatoes are grown each year for the
early market. Theillustration isfrom a photo-
Staph of an average specimen. The potato is of
good size, squared atends. Skin is red, fleshis
very white and firm. It is productive, and for
several years to come, will probably command a
higher price among potato buyers than any
other sort. Ourstock is genuine. Price, 100 eyes, \
es mail postpaid $1.00. Ry freight. peck, 50c;
ag $1.25; bbl., (3 bu.) $3.25; in 10 bbl. lots, @
That is, indeed, a two-fold knowledge, which
profits alike by the Folly of the foolish, and the
Wisdom of the wise.
—COLTON.
Be Wise in Buying Seed Potatoes.
There is nothing sold fyom seed catalogues in
which so much humbuggery is exercised asin the
item of seed potatoes.
During the past ten years hundreds of alleged
new varieties have been introduced and sold at
high prices, and yet (stop and thinkof it) there are
not to exceed ten or twelve standardand well
known sorts on the market today, and these are
such varieties as the Triumph, Early Ohio, Bur-
bank, Carman No. 3, Rural New Yorker,Early Rose,
etc.
The trouble lies in the abnormal appetitefor new
varieties, and no bait is more tempting than a
“new potato,’ and just so long asthis appetite
exists, it will be assiduously ministered to.
Several years ago our Mr. Northrup wrote a book-
let entitled “‘Seed Truth,” which had a wide circu-
lation, and in which attention was called to some
of the evils existing in the seed trade. Speaking
therein on the subject of catalogue exaggeration,
the accompanying cut and description of the
“New Bunco Potato” was inserted as what might
be expected from the seed catalogue of the future
if the public did not more intelligently discrim-
inate in buying seeds.
Our readers will be surprised to learn that every
year since the booklet containing this cut was is-
sued, we have received orders for the ‘‘New Bunco
Potato” accompanied by the money. The money
so sent us, of course, we returned to the senders,
but we doubt if “Adam Blowhard, Tagal P. O.,
Philippine Islands,” has done the same.
In this and the following pages we have listed
under their right name and at reasonable prices
the best varieties that are on the market today. If
you want good,clean, healthy, Northern Grown
stocks of seed potatoes we shall be glad to supply
you. You will not be ableto find better stocks or
better varieties anywhere, no matter under what
high-sounding names they may be offered or no
matter how alluring the description may be.
6 NorTHRuP, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN , MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
ORTHERN GROWN SEED POTATOES
O Potatoes grown can be compared with those produced in the North, either
for VIGOR and FREEDOM FROM DISEASE or PRODUCING and LONG
KEEPING QUALITIES. A barrel of Poctatoes is sometimes an UNHNOWN
QUANTITY. OUR BARRELS CONTAIN PLUMP THREE BUSHELS.
SHIPMENT will be made at any date ordered, but where no special instructions to the contrary are given, will hold until in our judg-
ment there will be no danger from freezing. Write for Special Prices on carload or large lots.
ace EXTRA EARLY OHIO POTATO
OUR OWN SPECIAL
STOCK. Weconsider these
to be the earliest, purest
and altogether the hand-
somest stock of Early Ohio
Potatoes to be found any-
where. On these points we
challenge comparison with
stockfromany other source,
We do not admit that its
equal exists among Early
ij Ohio Potatoes. They are
m crown under conditions
that make them cost more
than common stock. They
are selected with the utmost
care and theresultis grand,
such as to delight every-
one who knows and appre-
ciates a good potato. Every
one of them is a “picture”
of what an early Ohio Pota-
to should be. By freight,
peck, 35ce; bu., $1.15; bbl.,
$3.25; 100 eyes by mail,post-
paid, $1.00.
CARMAN No. — Best Main Crop Potato
The fame of this potato is
abroad in the land, and it is
juunquestionably the very best
main crop potato on the mar-
ket,. All the Carman Seed-
lings (originated by Mr. El-
bert S. Carman, late editor of
the Rural New Yorker) have
proven popular; but the Car-
man No.3 is already rivaling
in popularity the Burbank,
and is undoubtedly a much
better potato. Without any
exception whatever it isthe
GREATEST YIELDING PO-
TATO ever introduced, and it
may be fairly claimed that it
does not yield any small
tubers atall. The tubers are
borne very close to the plant,
a single turn of the fork turn-
ing out every potato. Itis of
large size and of the shapli-
est form. Eyes are few and
shallow. Itis a perfect keep-
er, and is not surpassed as a
table variety. Skin and flesh
are of extreme whiteness. It has no hollow hearts or any dark parts. We recommend this potato to our custome
ers as being unqualifiedly THE BEST of all late sorts. By freight, peck, 35c; bu., $1.15; bbl., $3.00. 100eyes by
mail postpaid, guaranteed to arrive in good condition for planting, $1.00. .
Prices of Potatoes subject to market change. Write for Special Prices on large lots.
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New White Potate, Hamilton’s Early. .
NEW POTATO ~—
HAMILTON'S EARLY
The Earliest “White Skinned” Variety.
In this we have a potato which we are cer-
tain many of our customers will want.
One objection, in the minds of many, to
the Triumph, Early Ohio and Early Rose is
that they are red skinned. Hamilton’s Early is
but three or four days later than the Triumph
and Ohio, and is DISTINCTLY the earliest white
skinned sort. In shapethey are ideal, and in size .
remarkably uniform—very few abnormally large
specimens and very few small ones. A load of
these potatoes on any market should sell ata
premium, so distinguished, clean and hand-
some are they in appearance. Fortable usein
any form Hamilton’s Early is not excelled.
As to yield, they are much more productive
than any of the red skinned sorts. Peck, 75c;
bu., $2.00; bbl., plump 3 bushels, $5.00; 100
eyes by mail, $1.00, postpaid.
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POTATO EYES BY MAIL
#@"The Best Wau to Secure Planting Seed
We believe that we are the originators of the sys-
tem of sending potato eyes by mail. There are nu-
merous advantages in procuring them in this shape.
First.—It has been conclusively proven that pota-
toes cut to single eyes give the largest yields and best
results generally.
Second.—Ne freight charges to pay.
Third.—They can be sent without danger of freez-
ing. Acustomer can secure them in ample time for
planting without incurring this risk. :
Fourth.—By our improved method of_preparing the
eyes for shipment, they will keep in good condition for
months. We guarantee safe arrival, in good condition
for growing.
EXTRA EARLY OHig 4
GFULEOT?, ;
We will send to
For $1.00 “22 100 Elles
(25S HACE)
OF THE FOLLOWING SPLENDID SORTS:
Hamilton’s Early
N., K. & Co.’s Extra Early Ohio
Extra Early Triumph
Carman No. 3
The whole assortment delivered for less
than the freight alone would be ona very
small number of tubers,
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“They Stand the Test.”
“Your Prize Winner Ruta Baga surely is a prize
winner. They are the best that can be grown, I know.
Give me N., K. & Co.’s seed and I never fail to have the
best garden in the neighborhood. All your seeds are
the best I ever planted. They stand the test.”
F. M. BAKER, Bungers, W. Va.
“The Best.”
“Your Prize Winner Ruta Baga is the best variety
that was ever grown in this county, and I have tried
every leading variety.” GEO. POPP, Padna, Ohio.
Northrup, Hing @ Co.’s
PRIZE WINNER
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metrical shape, united with high feeding
value, great productiveness, hardiness and
long keeping qualities, describes the perfect
Ruta Baga. Every root of N., K. & Co.’s
Prize Winner more nearly approaches
this ideal than any other strain of Ruta
Baga.
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Our seed is grown for usin England by a
farmer who has made Turnips a specialty alJ
his life. One of that type of men whose thor-
oughness gave to England the splendid repu-
tation her products enjoy all over the world.
N., K. & Co.’s Prize Winner is a purple top,
yelgew flesh variety. The roots reach a good
size and are exceedingly uniform in ap-
pearance. The Prize Winner is an all around
Ruta Baga, suited to every purpose and
every soil. Wedo not hesitate to say that in
the Prize Winner we possess the handsomest
and most productive stock of purple top Ruta
Baga known to the trade. We have sold many
thousand pounds of this magnificent strain,
and have never received a single complaint
about them.
Large pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 4% 1lb., 20e; Ib.,
GOc, postpaid. By freight, lb., 50ce; 5 Ibs,
$2.25; 10 lbs., $4.25.
“The Best of All.”
“Last spring I planted five different varieties of
Ruta Baga and your Prize Winner was the best of all.
They not only grow larger than other varieties, but are
smooth and have scarcely any fine roots to hold the
dirt when gathering.”
C. J. FIncu, Beulah, Wye.
“Always has Good Crop.”
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“Your Prize Winner Ruta Bagas are splendid. I
always have good crops from your seed.
K. W. ANDERSON, Carbondale, Mich.
Other Good Standard Varieties.
CARTER’S HARDY SWEDE. A standard English variety which produces large
crops. Large pkt., 5e; oz.,10c; 4 1b. 15¢; 1b.,.40c, postpaid. By freight, lb., 30¢, 10 lbs.
@ 27%c.
SWEET GERMAN. One of the very best sorts on account of its productiveness ane
quality. This consideration should count strongly with stock growers, all of whom _understan
that the quality of the feed regulates the quality of the product. Large pkt., 5c; oz., 10c;
4 1b., 20¢; 1b., 45e, postpaid. By express or freight, lb., 35e3.5 1lbs., $1.50.
HURST’S MONARCH SWEDE.
were first to bring it to the attention of the American trade.
"On account of the size it attains, it will yield from two to seven tons more to
Pkt., 5e; oz, 100; 4% lb., 25c; 1b., 6Oc, postpaid. By express
or freight, lb., 50c; 5 lbs., $2.25; 10 Ibs., $4.00.
tankard shape.
the acre than any other variety.
We first saw this splendid variety in England, and
It is very distinct in type, being of
1@-FOR GARDEN VARIETIES OF TURNIP SEE PAGE 66,
NoRTHRUP, KING & Co., SEEDSMEN. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 9
Northrup, Hing @ Co.’s
MANGEL WURZEL
FOR STOCK.
We have a very fine trade on Mangel seed, and are
careful to see that our stocks keep pace with all the
improvements that are being made from year to year.
We have our seed grown under contract in Eng=
land by experts in that line, as there is no place
in the wold where Mangel and Ruta Baga are
produced in such perfection. Mangel and Ruta
Baga seed can be grown in the South of France for less
than one-half the price we pay for our seed,
but as it cannot be depended upon to give satisfaction
we do not handle it.
IMPROVED MAMMOTH LONG RED.
Our stock is a great improvement on the old variety.
The roots are very large, uniformly straight and
well formed. Color deep red. Roots solid. Tops
small. Roots attain a large size, one being exhibit-
ed last year which weighed 58 Ibs. Produceanimes
mense bulk and tonnage. Oz., 5e; 14 I1b.,10e; Ib.,
35¢, postpaid. By express or freight, lb., 25e; 10
Ibs. @ 20c,
MAMMOTH GOLDEN GIANT MANGEL.
Very large. Remarkably even in shape, of vigorous
growth; has a fine neck and a very smooth skin.
Plesh white, firm and sweet, much liked by cattle.
Easily lifted from the ground, producing enormous
crops. Excellent keeper, yields 40 to 60 tons per acre.
Oz., 5e; 14 1b., 15; 1b., 40c, postpaid. By freight,
Ib., 30ce; 10 lbs. @ 25c.
TABER’S GATE POST MANGEL. Thisis
the production of one of the largest mangel special-
ists of England. Itis thought by many to be the
most profitable of all mangels,and is exeedingly
popular in those sections where it is best known,
It resembles somewhat the Golden Tankard in ap-
pearance, but is not so large; skin is yellow and
smooth; flesh white and very firm. Oz., 5¢; 4% Ib.,
10¢; Ib., 35c, postpaid. By express or freight, Ib.,
= = < 25c; 10 lbs. @ 20c.
IMPROVED GOLDEN TANKARD. We have for years insisted that this was the best
mangel grown, and each season strengthens us in the position we took when it wasa compar-
atively unknown sort. We recommend it unqualifiedly as the best mangel by far for dairy
farmers. It combines apparently all the fine points possible to condense into a mangel. The
color is a deep rich yellow. The flesh is yellow and white in rings beautifully alternating with
each other. On account of its shape enormous crops are grown, and it is easily lifted from the
ground. Oz., 5c; 44 1b.,.12¢e; 1b., 40e, ‘postpaid. By express or freight, 1b.,.30c; 10 lbs. @ 25c,
SUGAR BEET.
KLEIN WANZLEBENER AND VILMORIN’S have thus far proven most successful for this country. Our
stocks for these two celebrated sorts are known as “Elite” Strains, meaning choice; select. This Elite seed is
gro only from roots (each of which is analyzed) which show the highest percentage of sugar and co-efficient of
ity. The Elite strains are the only ones that should be planted by those wishing to grow high grade sugar beets.
VILMORIN—ELITE. This beet is the result of thirty-five years of methodic and persevering selection. In
black soils, rich in organic matter, it gives better results than any other variety. It is extremely rich in sugar,
thousands of analyses showing that the percentage of sugar which can be obtained from this variety is about
sixteen. Its average yield may be stated as from 12 to 16 tons per acre. Pound, 45c, postpaid. By express or
frpizht, Ib., 35c;5 lbs. @ 30c; 10 lbs. @ 25c; 100 lbs. @ 20c. Bags free. | . ie
KLEIN WANZLEBENER—ELITE. This variety at the present time has probably a wider cultivation than
any other sugar beet. It may be distinguished from the Vilmorin by its brighter color and its lighter colored
leaves, which are beautifully undulating, and scalloped about the edges. While not, asa rule, equal to the Vil-
morin in saccharine richness, it is considerably more productive. Pound, 45c, postpaid. By express or freight,
Ib., 35¢3;5 lbs. @ 30e; 10 lbs. @ 25c€; 100 lbs. @ 20c. Bags included.
Sugar Beet for StocK Feeding.
We can furnish ordinary seed of Klein Wanzlebener, Vilmorin, Lane’s Improved, Imperial and French White
Sugar at the following prices: Lb., 30e, postpaid. By express or freight, lb., 25¢; 5 lbs. @ 20c; 10 Ibs. @ 16c¢s 100
1bs,@160, Bags included. In ordering, state variety wanted.
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MASTODON
CARROT.
We want to urge just one thing on every
farmer who receives this book. It is this—
try our MASTODON CARROT. There may be
room for difference of opinion regarding
many varieties of seeds, but there cannot be
room for difference of opinion as to which is
the best stock carrot.
N., K. & Co.’s Mastodon Carrot is not,
properly speaking, a table carrot, although
the flesh is remarkably firm and sweet. It
is not a carrot for the market gardener, but
jt is emphatically the carrot for the farmer,
; and once used, nothing else will take its place.
N., K. & Co.’s Mastodon Carrot is the
heaviest cropping carrot grown, yiclding more
tons to the acre than any other sort. The
flesh is white, crisp, solid and very sweet in
flavor. It is a vast improvement on the
white and green Belgian sorts which have
been favorites in the past, as it is not only
much more productive but vastly easier to
handle. The rootsare short and very heavy
at the shoulder, rendering them easily har-
vested. An important feature, also, is that
they do not easily breakin pulling or storing.
Too much can scarcely be said of their size
and great productiveness. The roots fre-
quently measure 15 to 20 inches in circum-
ference, and 18 to 25 tons to the acre is not
an extravagant statement as to yield. Large
pkt., 16¢e; 14 1b., 30e; % 1b., 50e; 1b., 90e;
5 lbs., $3.75, by mail postpaid.
R., H. @ Co.’s Victoria Carrot
FOR STOCK.
The Victoria is a very large and very rich stock
carrot. There can be only one BEST stock carrot,
and we think our MASTODON is that carrot, yet
there are many who prefer a yellow carrot. We
can say to such that there is no yellow carrot which
can approach the Victoria, in size, in yield and in
feeding qualities, Itis the largest and best form of
Orange or Yellow Carrot known. The roots are
remarkably fine, very symmetrical and of excellent
quality, possessing high feeding properties. Itisa
heavy cropper on all soils, but especially adapted
for rich, strong land. It grows fully half as much
weight again per acre as the ordinary varieties, and
asthe roots grow more above the ground, it is much
easier to gather the crop. This grand variety is sure
to suit everyone who grows it. Large pkt., 10c; 4
lb., 30c; % lb., 50c; 1b., 90c; 5 lbs., $3.75, by mail
postpaid.
SPECIAL OFFER. In order that our
customers may test the comparative merits
of these two grand carrots, we will send to
any address, postpaid, to any part of the
United States, one pound each of the Mas-
todon and Victoria Carrots for $1.50,
Eight cents a pound can be deducted if sent
by express or freight at purchaser’s ex-
pense.
IMPORTANT. Owing to the large
size these Carrots (Mastodon and Victoria)
attain, less seed is required to the acre than
of other sorts—2 lbs. per acre being suffi-
cient.
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NorTHRupP, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. ile
$500 Cash.
The year following their introduction
by us, we paid this amount to the fol-
lowing successful competitors, for the
iargest yieldsfrom a SINGLE BUSHEL
of N., K, & CO.’S LINCOLN OATS.
A. M. Hightower, ist prize, 174.19 bush. $200.00
G. L. Gordon, 2d * — 168:22" “ 100.00
J. F. Wood, jai) SO TRAHIS) & 75.00
RL. Bradley, 4th “ 120.13 “ 60.00
Wn. Gans, bbe 2 Abs at 35. UU
BR. N. Lewis, 6th * 76.16 © 20.00
James Young, ith “ 75.21 “ — 10.00
From the above listof prize win-
ners it will be seen that the total
yield from 7 bushels of seed was 817
bushels and 21 pounds, the largest
yield of oats ever known and duly
verified.
it has come to our knowledge that certain seed houses are send-
ing out as Lincoin Oats, common, ordinary oats, such as can be
bought at any FEED STORE. Of this we have POSITIVE INFOR=
MATION. As theintroducers of this Oat, and having a just pride
in sustaining its reputation, we deem it necessary to caution the public against the
imposition thus practiced. The only safe plan is to buy your seed from us or from
those who can show proof of having obtained their seed direct from us.
NORTHRUP, KING & CO.’S LINCOLN OAT.
We believe the Lincoln Oat to be the best everintroduced. The claims we made for Earliness,
enormous yielding qualities and freedom from rust when first sending it out, have been fully sus-
tained on every point and from all sections. Hundreds of customers have written us that, on
account of its stiff straw, it stood up perfectly under weather that caused all other varieties to lodge.
er the best and most economical Oat for feeding on account of its thin hull, heavy meat and soit
nib.
Price of Lincoln Oats: Per bu. of 32 lbs., 9Octs; 2 bush., $1.60; 10 bush., 7.50; 100 bush., $7O.
Sacks included, delivered to R. R., Minneapolis.
Why plant unknown varieties or run out of stock, when you can get true stock of Lincoln Oats
from the introducer at these reasonable prices.
It is one thing to make extravagant and ridiculous claims for an Oat insendingitout It
is another thing to be able to point to such a record as the Lincoln Oat possesses. Introduced by
us in 1893, our sales since then have steadily increased, until last season they were nearly double
that of any previous year. Whyisthisso? Not because of extensive advertising, for we have
not for several years expended a dollar in pushing it, outside of the usual mention in our
annual catalogue. It is simply for the reason that it has builtup for itself such a reputation in
every place where it has become known that people will have it, and they come to us for it, because
they know that from us they will get the genuine seed.
NEW ZEALAND RUST PROOF.
This variety was introduced into this country by means of a small package sent some years ago by a travel-
erin New Zealand toa friendinlowa. Itisa white side oat, with medium sized grain, heads are extra long,
heavy and full, averaging about 100 grains each, grows taller than ordinary and is medium early, though several
days later than the early round head varieties. Its great hardiness and the strength and stiffness of its straw
is remarkable. It stools out extra well and requires less seed per acre than most kinds. It doesnot easily rust,
or lodge, and, instead of having a tendency to deteriorate, it seems to improve each year as it becomes more
acclimated. Lb., 20c, by mail, postpaid. By express or freight, Peck 30e: bu., 80c; 2 bu., $1.50; 10 bu., $7.90; 50
bu., $32.50. Bags included.
WHITE RUSSIAN (Improved).
The original stock of White Russian Oats was really a capital Oat, and sprung immediately into great favor.
Of late years it has become badly mixed and deteriorated, through not being properly grown. Largely through
the efforts of a customer of ours in Dakota, we are able to offer the White Russian in its old time purity. Itisa well
established fact that the true White Russian is as nearly rust proof as any Oat can well be, and we are confident
that many will hailits re-introduction with satisfaction. Lb., 17¢.,by mail, postpaid. By express or freight:
Peck, 25c€; bu., 80c; 2 bu., $1.80; 10 bu., $7.00; 20 bu., $13; 100 bu., $60.00. Bags included.
American Banner Oats. @G@ 2
We have a fewcar loads of American Banner Seed Oats, heavy and clean. The grain is
white, large and plump;ripens early,has stiff straw of good length. It stools freely, and
therefore can be sown thinner than ordinary oats. We offer them, subject to market changes,
at 55¢ per bushel; 10 bushels at 50¢ per bushel; 100 bushels at 48e per bushel. Bags free.
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IT WILL PAY
YOU TO TRY
BLACK BEAUTY
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FEW YEARS AGO our attention was directed to a remarkable
i variety of oats then being developed by Mr. W. H. Mold, the
celebrated oat specialist of England. After some negotiation
we purchased a part of his original stock. We became, at that time,
the sole Agents in America for all of Mr. Mold’s specialties.
Mold’sBlack Beauty Oatsmark such a distinct advance over
. . all other varieties, especially in point of productiveness, and
oe strength of straw, as to set them apart and aboveall other oats.
_ They arein a class of their own, and in the particulars above men-
_ tioned are not approached by any other oat.
At the present time but few black oats are grown in America.
_ Canada has found out how good they are and is now growing them
| very largely. In most European ccuntries they have decidedly the
preference, and in England it is safe to say that three bushels of
black oats are grown to one of white.
They are preferred by those who have had experience with them,
principally on account of their superior yielding qualities, but be-
sides being fully equal, if not better than white oats in point of feeding
qualities, they possess another very valuable characteristic in the un=
equaled stiffness and strength of straw. Nothing less than
a tornado or cyclone will lodge them.
Mr. J. Nesbit of Hennepin county, says: ‘All of my other oats
lodged more or less, but those black vats stood up perfectly,
thestraw was as stiff as hazel brush. We took off from our
three-acre field seven largeloads of bundles, about three
timesas muchas any white oats we had.”’
si Mr. Striefland of Scott county, savs: “7 thought I had seen
-| big yields of oats, but those black oats certainly do take the
‘| cake. They stand up like soldiers on parade.”’
Mold's Black Beauty Oats are the best of all the black oats.
They are early, the straw is exceedingly strong and vigorous,
and the head is extremely long. On account of its remarkable
stooling’ propensities two bushels are amply sufficient to seed an acre.
Price: 14 bu., 40¢;3 1 bu., $1.25; 2 bu., $2.00; 10 bu., $9.00;
50 bu., $40.00. Bags free.
A GOOD INVESTMENT
. Some years ago while driving through one of the beautiful val-
; . aa leys of Montana, our Mr. Northrup saw a magnificent field of oats.
much earlier than any of the other tields that had been met with on the way, and so superior in growth and
productiveness as to induce him to drive to the farm house, half a mileaway, toinquire as to the variety. The
old German lady who came to the door said that she had forgotten the name of the oat, but that several years
before she had sent toa seed firm for 10 cents worth of a new oat offered in their catalogue, and that she hadin
the house the package in which the seed originally came, and would getit. She soon reappeared with the empty
package. It bore the name of the oat, and came from Northrup, King & Co. When Mr. Northrup introduced
himself she was greatly pleased and asked him to dinner. Before leavi ing the house he had contracted for the
entire crop at 10 cents a bushel above the highest market price. About 1,600 bushels of these oats were delivered,
and we had the pleasure of paying a premium of $160 for them—a geod return on the original investment of 10c.
A great many of our customers in different parts of the United States have found that it pays them well to get
our new varieties of field seeds, grow them, and sell the product at good prices to their neighbors.
NorTHRUP, KING & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 13
SPRING WHEAT PEDIGREE sTOocK
PRICE We are obliged to ask a considerable advance over
the market price for our High Grade Seed Wheat, as
there is a very much larger cost attached to its production and
preparation than any one who has not had the experience could pos-
sibly appreciate. Space does not permit of going into details, but,
as a matter of fact, the prices named below for the larger quantities
represent but a slight advance over the actual cash outlay tous.
We believe that farmers who want to change their seed will find
it very much to their advantage to secure enough, at least, to give
them a start.
PILLSBURY FIFE SPRING WHEAT. We consider this to be
the best and purest stock of Fife wheat obtainable. Great pains has
been taken in its selection. Our stock grades No. 1 Hard and is per-
fectly sound and healthy. Lb., 15c, postpaid. By express or freight,
peck, 40c; bu., $1.50; 2 bu., $2.75; 10 bu., $12.503 50 bu., $60.00.
SASKATCHEWAN FIFE SPRING WHEAT, Noted for its great
productiveness, earliness, vigor and freedom from smut and disease.
This wheat has become so well known as to render extensive de-
scription of it unnecessary. We first brought itto the attention of
the trade in 1884, and it has well sustained the claims then made for
it, as the earliest and healthiest Spring Wheat. Lb., 15c, postpaid.
By express or freight, Dk., 40c; bu., $1.40; 2 bu., $2.60; 10 bu., $12.00;
50 bu., $55.00. Bags free.
VELVET CHAFF BLUE STEM SPRING WHEAT. A distinct
variety from all other spring wheats. The stem, just below the
head, when green has a beautiful blue bloom on it, similarto the
bloom on a grape, and which can be removed by passing the finger
overthestem. This bloom disappears as the wheat ripens, andthe
stem and straw assume a beautiful golden yellow hue, and entirely
free from rust. Earlier than the Scotch Fife. The kernel is of the
hard variety, similar to Scotch Fife, more prod uctive, one of the best
spring wheats for milling. Lb., 15e, postpaid. By exp. or frt., peck,
50c; bu., $1.40; 2 bu., $2.60; 10 bu., $12.00; 50 bu., $55.00. Bags free.
NEW SPRING WHEAT, Minnesota No. 1G3
For twelve years Professor Hays,of the Minnesota Experimentai
Station, has been engaged in the scientific breeding of wheat,
the object being to securea perfectly healthy variety that would
give an increased yield. Ofthe many crosses obtained within the
past twelve years, the one sent out by the Station as Minnesota No.
SASKATCHEWAN FIFE WHEAT 163, takes high Fans At SASS 2 Oe pap ehis variety during the
ingle Root, Showing its Stooling Prepen- past six years has averaged two to five bushels per acre more
Bins oob.§ Si 7 F than the best Fife and Blue Stem varieties,as is shown by the fol-
sities. lowing table:
Haynes’ Blue Stem, - Average for six years, 24.4
Powers’ Fife - - - - - - 25.2
Minnesota No. 163, = - = = = 29.2
This tells a story which should interest every intelligent grower of Spring Wheat. By freight or express, at
purchaser's expense, peck, 50c: bu., $1.75; 2 bu., $3.25; 10 bu., $15.00.
NEW SPRING WHEAT. “MINNESOTA NO. 169.” In this we offer the second new wheat originated at the
Experiment Stv.tion. Itisa progeny of Hayne’s Blue Stem. Its yield as compared with the parent variety is
given by the Peeper innit Station as follows:
Havne’s Blue Stem, average for four yeats, 22.5
Minn. No. 169, 28.3
This comparison with its parent, whichis a superior variety, tells the whole story as to yieid. In quality
it proved in milling tests equal to the best. Peck, 60c; bu., $1.85; 2 bu., $3.50; 10 bu., $16.00. Bags free.
MACARONI SPRING WHEAT. There are several reasons why this wheat should be largely grown in the
Northwest. For those regions where the rainfall is light it is of the very greatest value, in fact the best quality
if not the heaviest yield came from the very dry districts, but we see no reason why it should not be very
largely grown in the very best wheat districts. It yields much more heavily than the Fife and Blue Stem, be-
sides the market with Macaroni manufacturers, for whose use it commands a premium, it is readily taken by
grain buyers at No.2 grade. Sow 1" bu. to the acre. Large pkt., 10¢; bu., $1.50; 2 bu., $2.75; 10 bu. $12.50. Bags free.
SPRING RYE-Trwue Stock.
Spring Rye is an excellent catch crop where winter grain has been killed out, or for sowing where a fall crop
has not been planted. If desired it can be turned nnder and made to answera good purpose in adding to the
fertility of the soil. We call particular attention to the fact that we offer genuine Spring Rye. Many have been
disappointed in receiving common rye as a spring variety, and we wish to emphasize the fact that we seli the
Genuine Spring Rye, sown in the spring and harvested the same season. By express or freight, bu., $1.10;
2 bu., $2.00; 10 bu. at 90c. per bu.
AMBER RYE
N., K. & CO”S AMBER WiNTER RYE. Nearly all samples of rye contain quite a large proportion of wither-
ed or shrunken kernels, causing considerable loss when itis ground or marketed. The Amber Rye, to which
our attention wascalled by a Minnesota farmer, is the Handsomest sample of Ryeweever saw. Every
grain is sound and perfect. This characteristic saves easily from two to five pounds to the bushel and it
largely outyields the ordinaryrye. Little attention has been given to the improvement of this highly important
and widely grown grain. Rye growers should seize this opportunity to secure thisimproved stock at the very
reasonable price we attac]’. Peck, 35ce; bu., $1.10; 2 bu., $2.00; 10 bu., $9.00. Bags included.
WINTER RYE A goo:: stock, recleaned. Peck, 30c; bu., 90c; 2bu., $1.65; 10 bu., 7.50.
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It resists drouth;
It thrives
On poor lands,
In stony ground,
In forest regions,
On the prairies;
It makes a good crop with almost any
condition of soil and climate;
Endures a great deal of frost;
Is not readily damaged by harvest rains;
Is not susceptible to rust or smuts;
Yields more than oats;
Yields more than wheat;
Yields more than barley;
Makes better feed than barley;
Makes better feed than oats;
Makes excellent flour;
Makes good bread;
Speltz-Emmer
The Valuable New Grain from Russia.
Speitz has now been grown in the United Siates in
a large way for several years and each succeeding
season not only EMPHASIZES ITS VALUE, but sees
its production increasing to an enermous extent. it
is found to be adapted to a WIDE RANGE OF SOIL
AND GLIMATE, to RESIST EXTREMES OF WEA-
THER, tobe of SUPERIOR FEEDING VALUE and to
YIELD SO MUCH MORE HEAVILY than oats and
baricy as to insureits increasing popularity and its
eventual place among the leading and standard cereal
crops of the world. THOSE WHO HAVE NOT
GROWN SPELTZ SHOULD NOT LET ANOTHER
SEASON GO BYWITHOUT GIVING IT APLAGE AND
AN IMPORTANT PLACE, TOO, ON THEIR FARMS.
_ Professor Shepard of the
South Dakota Experiment
Station, states:
“it is readily eaten by all
kinds of stock and has shown
itself to be especially adapted
when fed to milch cows. It is bet=
ter to mix it, however, with bran
and shorts, as it is apretty heavy
feed when ied alone. As aswine
feed, we think very well of it in-
deed, especially for breed sows.
Horses dowel anit bata ae The straw is fine for fattening stock;
not thinkit is equa) to oats in
that case. Its most striking val. | |e Stubble makes excellent fertilizer;
ue is found in the fact of its i :
drouth-resistant qualities’ Stock very fond of grain and straw;
As will be seen by the, .
statement of Mr. Cooley, pub- Ripens early.
lished below, one acre of
Speltz will produce three
times the value ofproduce of wheat, barley or oats. Thistells the storyin few and
strong words, and this statement made by Mr. Cooley to us during the fall of 1900 has
been fully borne out by the experience of thousands. Other cereals, especially oats
ane barley, have shrunk into insignificance as compared with the Speltz grown side by
side.
The United States Department of Agriculture has issued a bulletin on Speltz, com-
/) mending it highly, and theintroductory paragraph of that bulletin states: ” é
“‘The extremely variable climatic conditions in some of our western states have made it desira-
ble to give particular attention to crops resistant especially to cold and drouth. Among such
crops Emmer holds high rank and should become one of the prominent crops for stock feeding.’’
Cultivation In methods of cultivation this is probably the least
exacting of all cereals. It should be sown very early,
and this can safely be done, as itis not easily harmed by and easily resists early and
severe frosts.
Speltzis unhesitatingly recomimended for growing in the extreme northern states
of this country, from Minnesota to Washington, and even in Alaska, also in the semi-
arid districts further south, andit should also be grownin all other sections of the
United States. The following letter from Mr. J. N. Cooley, of South Dakota, gives
the conservative expression of a practical farmer. Mr. Cooley has beena valued corres-
pondent of ours for many years, and his word is as good as gold. His letteris a fair
sample of the many expressions we have received regarding this new cereal:
“Tam very glad to tell you anything I know about Speltz, Our best farmers have awakened to the realiza-
tion that Speltz is just what-we need, and I will tell you why I think well of it. First, it isa crop on which
farmers can rely, as it greatly outyields any other grain. Second, it is unequalled as feed forany kind of
stock,as its nutritious shuck, enclosing two kernels of incomparable richness, makes feed that is hard to equal
for any kind of stock, and especially for working teams. Third, thestraw is second to none as a ‘go-between’
hayandcorn. Oneacre of Speltz will produce three times the value of produce of wheat, barley or oats. As
an example, from a field of wheat of twenty acres grown during the past season by my son, he realized
$60.00; and from twenty acres of Speltz adjoining it he raised and sold $240.00 worl. Speltz is a surer crop
than oats, barley or wheat; no crinkling down so that the heads are cut off and fall on the ground, no rust
or smut to shrink and make light the berry or lower the grade of the grain. Farmers here “re grinding
and feeding Speltz to stock, when they might get a big price for it for seed. A prominent .armer told
me he was going to sow one hundred acres to Speltz as agrain to feed his stock, of which he has a large
herd. This man now has 500 bushels of Speltz, but not a bushel tosell. It is conceded by all who have raised
and fed it to be the best stock food of any of the family of grains. Iam not feeding any of it as I have only
about 350 bushels, and it is all wanted forseed right about here at advanced prices. Farmers are going to
sow less wheat, oats and barley, and more Speltz this year. The above is the prevailing sentiment in
this section on the Speltz question, and you cannot recommend it too highly.”
ayes January 30th.
ar Mr. Cooley does not say half enough for it. Speltz can be cut with a header and stacked like wheat.
Tt will shed rain better than wheat. It is superior to any other grain for feeding as it is not necessary to grind
G. W. BEAN,
South Dakota,
it for horses and a little goes a long ways.
Price per bushel of forty pounds, 90c; three bushels for $2.40; 6 bu., $4.50; 10 bu. for $7.00; 50 bu.. 65e per
bushel. Jags free.
e NortHrupP, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 15
NEw WHITE HULLESS BARLEY.
ITS VALUABLE PROPERTIES.
eH eoere
It is HULLESS.
Itis BEARDLESS.
It is EARLY.
It WEIGHS OVER 60 POUNDS to the
MEASURED BUSHEL.
It YIELDS WELL on POOR LAND.
It YIELDS ENORMOUSLY on GOOD
LAND.
It makes BETTER PORK than CORN.
It makes EXCELLENT FLOUR.
The Straw makes GOOD HAY.
It is OF INESTIMABLE VALUE TO
EVERY ONE WHO FEEDS STOCK.
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LEELA EH OPEEFEEFE HEAD EEE EEEDEEFFEE PEED EEEDEEFEEEEP>POE FOF OD
The following letter from Mr. D. C. Carpenter
will describe this valuable Barley and the uses to
which it may be put, while at the same time giving
the actual experience of one who has grown it
largely:
NORTHRUP, KING & CO.,
Gentlemen: You ask me what TI think
of the wHITE HULLESS BARLEY. J have grown
60 BuSHELS to the acre, and it is the best
grain to sow for hay that grows. Sow
early, and you can cut Two crops from the
Same sowing.
AS FATTENING FEED FOR HOGS !T HAS NO EQUAL.
Tt makes sweeter MEAT and nicer lard by
far than corn. I fattened 20 hogs for one
butcher here with it,and made a gain of
106 LBS.TOTHE HOG IN Five weexs. The butcher said he never handled Such fine pork before.
I have tried feeding it in all ways, and I find the best way is to grind it and feed dry,
with clear cold water in another trough for them to drink
out of. It grows very quickly and on any kind of soil.
You can sor it after all other grain is sowed, and harvest
it then before wheat and oatSareready. Ihave sown it
as late as the 18th of June and made a good grain crop.
Stock will eat the Straw in preference to “slough’’ hap.
The straw is Small, but strong, with very heary Ileares.
It stools wonderfully. Once used for hay for work horses,
you wouldn’t have any other.
For Flour it discounts Buckwheat. We use it all the
time for hot cakes. Yours truly, D. C. CARPENTER.
For Grain, sow i's bushels to the acre. For Hay, 2 bushels.
Ib., postpaid, 30c; peck, 50c; bu., $1.75; 2 bu., $3.00; 10 bu.,
Bags included.
‘For 10 cents, asample of this unique and valuable Barley will be
sent to those who wish to inspectit before purchasing.
SPECIAL THERE has been _no year since we first introduced the
— White Hulless Barley that we have been able to fill
NOTICE! the orders received for it. Each season we have been
tomers.
obliged to return money to hundreds of disappointed cus-
There is sure to be an enormous call forit this season, and,as
our supply is not large, we urge EARLY ORDERS from those wishing
to secure seed.
Price,
$13.50.
DISAPPOINTED.
“The WHITE HULLESS BARLEY I
received from you WAS A DISAP-
POINTMENT. I did not expect to
raise such nice looking grain as the
picture in the Catalogue showed,
but it was BETTER LOOKING THAN
THE PICTURE, and SUCH A YIELD.
“The TIMOTHY, ALSIKE and RED
CLOVER received from you, Lsowed
in May without any nurse crop, and
about the ist of August I cut Il’
TONS TO THE ACRE. The MASTO-
DON CARROTS were the LARGEST |
EVER SAW; In fact, all the seeds
were JUST RIGHT.
E. D. GOULD, Antigo, Wis.”
MANSHUOURY BARLEY
Last season we lost our crop of this splendid early ripening six-rowed barley, and were obliged to disappoint
many customers who wanted it. This year we havea few hundred bushels of the pureseed. First come first
served. Bu., $1.25; 2 bu. $2.00; 10 bu.,$9.00. Bags free.
Re-Cleaned Seed Bariew
We are prepared to quote very reasonable prices, both for car and less car lots, on six and two rowed barley as
selected from the best shipments arriving in Minneapolis, and made suitable for seed purposes by re-cleaning
Same with our special machinery. Write for prices and samples, stating quantity wanted.
NorTHRup, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
There is no man owning a home but sleeps more soundly at
night from the feeling that it is insured.
farmers who plant our Minnesota Srown seed corn, are to
a large extent, INSURED.
Those are anxious days for the farmer when, with a Sood
crop in sight, he is wondering whether early frosts will not
catch his corn.
five or ten days in the latter part of the season are often
CRITICAL DAYS.
This anxiety and risk may be greatly lessened by planting
NORTHRUP, KING §& CO’S MINNESOTA GROWN SEED.
A VAST AMOUNT OF MONEY would be saved to the
country every year if farmers Senerally would use our seed
corn.
“17 IS NORTHERN GROWN.
IT 1S FIRE-DRIED.
IT IS TESTED.
The October crop report of the U. S. Department of Agricul-
ture shows that NORTH DAKOTA FOR THE YEAR 1902
HAD 83,000 ACRES IN CORN. It is throwgh our efforts
that North Dakota and the northern part of Minnesota have
been browght within the “corn belt.” We have Named and
Introduced every variety of corn, except one, that has become
standard in the Northwest. Many varieties have been intro-
duced; OURS ALONE HAVE STOOD THE TEST. Seed corn
buyers will find it also
to consider the followings facts:
Owing to the wnfavorable season, reliable seed corn is this
year extremely scarce.
Much seed will be brought from the South and sold as
“Northern Grown Corn.”
Require a DIRECT STATEMENT from whomever you
may purchase seed corn for Northern planting, as to WHERE
IT WAS PRODUCED.
Take no chances as to this.
NORTHRUP, HING @ Co.,
Seed Corn Specialists.
NorTHRUP, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 17
FIRE DRIED SEED CORN.
WEDO NOT HNOW OF ANY OTHER FIRM that HILN
DRIESITS SEED CORN.
It will cost you 10 TO 25 CENTS
AN ACRE more to plant our SELECTED, TESTED, BONE-
DRY seed than ordinary crib corn.
THE DIFFERENCE
WE FIX THE GERMINATION.
Our experience has taught us that seed
corn put away in the fall apparently
dry, frequently LOSES before planting
time VERY MATERIALLY IN GER-
MINATION, and not only that, but almostinvariably the
SEOUL is VERY MUCH WEAKER than when first
ested.
Any seed when not thoroughly dry is very sensitive
to atmospheric changes. Cornis more than ordinarily so,
as the natural process of drying out is very slow. Cold
weather usually comes on before it is completely dried;
the cob retains more or less moisture throughout the
winter and spring;and the result can be nothing but
pumas germination and greatly lessened vitality of the
seed.
For several years past this phase of the seed corn
question has beena matter of serious consideration and
study with us, and has resulted in the building by us
of a kiln especially constructed for drying corn on the
ear. This kiln hasa capacity of three thousand bushels
of ear corn every forty-eight hours. It is built from our
own plans, and is, we believe. the only dry kiln operated
by any seedfirm in the United States. Corn taken from jt
comes out BONE DRY and its germination “STA YS.”’
Seed corn apparently dry loses from 5 to 10 per cent of its
weight when put through this kiln. This tells the story.
IS IT NOT WORTH
RECOGNITION.
Wecan consistently claim to be head-
quarters on SEED CORN. The fact that
every variety that is standard in the Nerth-
west today is of our introduction, speaks
more strongly than anything we can say
as to the satisfaction our seed has given.
The following clipping from the editorial
columns of the Feb. 15th, 1899, issue of the
Farmer, (St. Paul) shows that the work
we have accomplished along these lines is
recognized by thosein a position to know
the facts.
**The farmers of Minnesota owe North-
rup, King & Co. adebt that will not soon
be paid. Long before Professor Hays be-
gan his remarkable experiments with
corn, this firm was spending money and
timeintwo directions, to develop varie-
ties of corn that would produce well here,
and to convince farmers that it would pay
to plantcorn. Last year thecrop of corn
in Minnesota was50,000,000 bushels, and the
Stateis getting intothe corn belt. To Mr.
Northrup’s faith in corn and his persist-
ancein pushing varieties like Minnesota
King, is due, to a large degree, the in-
creased acreage of this important grain
and forage crop.”
18 NortHrRupP, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIs. MINN.
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which the above photograph was
made, measured within a fraction
of 15 inches in length. The illus-
tration, therefore, shows it in just
one-halfits real dimensions.
Grown under normal conditions,
the ears average about 13 inches
in length.
A NEW ERA ~¥ ¥
@o@ @ IN CORN GROWING.
The introduction of our Mercer Corn marked a NEW
ERA in corn growing. It brought North Dakota and part of
Manitoba in the corn belt. Since then have followed our
Minnesota King and Triumph, the former (Minnesota
King) occupying a class by itself as the earliest yellow Dent
variety, the latter (Ifriumph) being a selection from and an
improvement over the Mercer. To these might be properly
added, mention of our improved stock of King Philip (extra
early red flint), an old Vermont variety, but fitted by the spe-
cial treatment we have given it to compete for favor with any
other flint variety, even Mercer and Triumph.
All of these varieties in ordinary seasons yield crops of
well ripened grain where other sorts would not mature. All
attain a good height, bear ears set well above the ground and
can be cut with a corn harvester. Itisa pleasure to have our
efforts along this line of corn improvement recognized by such
expressions as the following from the North Dakota Experi-
ment station:
Agricultural College, No. Dak., Nov. 28th, 1900.
MESSRS. NORTHRUP, KING & Co. a — :
Gentlemen :—The Northwest is growing more corn each year and
no season has given stronger evidence that the crop is valuable as a i
feed and has an excellent residual effect upon the wheat, flax or ;
¢
other grain crop which follows it, than that of 1900. The greatest hin-
drance thus far has been the difficulty in obtaining suitable seed.
Many persons who have given corn a trial have condemned it by rea-
son of having secured seed of a variety which is not adapted to this
* northern district. By bringing out such varieties as the Minnesota
King cross breed and the Mercer Flint your firm has earned the grati-
tude of a large number cf corn growers in this State.
Yours respectfully, J. H. SHEPARD, Agriculturist,
North Dakota Experiment Station.
N., K. & CO..S TRIUMPH. (Extra early yellow flint.) Four years ago
we introduced this corn as the largest eared and most preductive of all
the early flint varieties. Our customers know that when we send out a
new variety that itis just what we claim for it, and so our sales were very
gratifying. From every side comes hearty praise for the magnificent
variety, more than sustaining every claim we made for it.
DESCRIPTION OF TRIUMPH CORN.
Our Triumph Corn is a very early flint variety, very bright yellow in
color, maturing in from 80 to to 90 days from day of planting, according to
soiland season. Ears average about 13 inches in length (about 5 inches
longer than the Mercer) and are 14 to16 rowed. Occasionally a 12 rowed
ear is found; sometimes one with 20 rows. The kernels are large (nearly
double the size of the Mercer) and the stalks are of good height, The ears
average two to a stalk, growing well up so as to readily admit of being cut
by the harvester. The stalks grow very tall and leafy and make superior
fodder.
Directions for Planting.—The habit of the corn allows of close planting.
The largest crops of both corn and fodder will be secured by planting in
rows, dropping the kernels one at a time one foot apart. If it is desired
to cultivate both ways, plant in hills about 3 feet 8inches apart, but do
not put more than two or three kernels in a hill. 2
Prices.—Large pkt., 10c; lb., 25c, postpaid. By express or freight, peck,
75e; bu., $2.50. Bags free. . 3
N., K. & CO”S MERCER. (Extra early yellow flint.) Early, prolific,
good size ear and smwallcob. Has been grown in Northern Minnesota and
North Dakota for the past ten years with great success and complete sat-
isfaction. Average season of maturity 80 days. Very prolific, having yield-
ed 164 bushels of good, sound ears to the acre; ears average from 9to 1Ilin.
in length, 12 to 14 rowed, well filled out to the tips; a rich golden yellow
color; has matured in 75 days from time of planting. Many stalks have
two and sonmietimes three good ears. Stalks average about 6 feet in height
and make excellent fodder. Very few suckers. Large pkt., 10¢; lb., 20c,
postpaid. By express or freight, pk. 75ec; bu., $2.50. _ Bags free.
IMPROVED KING PHILIP. (Extra early red flint.) An old time New
England favorite perfected by us. Extremely ha rdy. Oneof the best and
most reliable early sorts. Ears 10 in. long; wery early. Large pkt., 10c;
l)., 20c, postpaid. By express or freight, peck, 75¢; bu., $2.50.
NortTHrRuP, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 19
.
N.. K. & GO’S MINNESOTA KING GORN
CUR OWN MINNESOTA GROWN SEED (Yellow Half Dent.)
We regard this corn (introduced by us in 1889) as m
corn ever sent out. There are waniction that Sede ey ee tae
will yield as much, but yearin and year out, through fat years and lean years
there is, we believe, no sort that will do as well. It seems to possess a faculty
of growing right along and making a crop during weather and under condi-
tions that would ruin other varieties. We do not know of any good reason
why this should be so, unless it be that it roots more deeply but notonly is this
our own experience, but we have received like testimony from hundreds to
whom we have sold it; the universal expression being that, for ability to en-
dure extremes of heat and cold, flood and drouth, it has no equal. In appears
ance the Minnesota King is remarkably distinct, being a half yellow dent, the
kernels are very broad and of an extremely rich, golden color. Ayerage
height of stalk 7ft., average distance base of ear from ground, 3ft. The earis
of good size, eight rowed, cob small. Large pkt., 10c; 1lb., 20c: 3 Ibs., 506
postpaid. By express or freight, peck, 75¢; bu., $2.50; 2 bu., $4.75. Bags free.
_NOTE. Although each season we have anticipated the large sale which
Anes) King corn Oe ee by SAR wer consider liberal provision, we
ave never as yet been able to su the demand i ¥
yearly to late purchasers. vA. Wedd Seino Tear eee
Write for Prices on Large Quantities.
NortTHRvpP, Kine & Co., r.
As Minneapolis, Minn. : : Hillsboro, N. D.
rentlemen: er purc asing seeds of you for more than ten years i -
ways of the best quality, I wish you to know that I recognize and Br Pca eee ee
tages I have reaped in being able to obtain such reliable seeds. I wish particularly to make
mention of the MERCER Corn that I first obtained from you about eight years ago and have
raised ever since, greatly to my advantage and satisfaction Always testing my own corn before
planting, I have sometimes found that only asmall percentage of it would grow. When I have
sent to you for seed, it has in every instance proven to be reliable. I should like to know your
secret in being able to always furnish seeds that will grow. Yours truly, C. W. SUTTON
N., H. @ CO.’S RUSTLER WHITE DENT
THIS EARLY WHITE DENT (14 to 18 rows) was obtained fr :
sent usin the autumn of ’84 by a Dakota farmer, who stated Fee Rete
editinthat state for 7successive years; thatit was the only corn in his section
that could show such a record. For early ripening, great yield,compact
Fear of ears, it is one of the best; admirably adapted to a northern climate
verage height of stalk 8 ft., average distance base of ear from ground, 3 ft 9
in, anos, Wish e a fis) es Waite Deut corn will find in the Rustler a
ard corn to match. arge pkt.,10c; 1lb., 20c, postpaid. By i
peck, 50c; bu., $1.75. Bags free. age Bo prope TCleEt.
“No Luing
Whatever’
Ad
/ Gentlemen:—
Thad six acres of your
4 Rustler White Dent Corn
=3 which went 140 baskets to
' the acre without any ly-
: = ing whatever. I planted
“| May 15th. In 6% days
) from planting the husk
i zi was white and dead, the
ears were hard and dry
and the fodder was green.
x This fact, added to the
‘ -) splendid quality of the
a corn and its great yield
an is one that I like. It
«ij makes the fodder super-
4 jor to that of any sort
I have ever grown. I
\ have grown this variety
now for several years and
«</ Tregarditas way ahead
ofany other sort. It is es-
pecially good for poor
/ ground as it will make a
crop where other sorts
* will fail, and for good
ground, too, it has no
equal. One great fea-
ture of this corn is that
in has 7o barren stalks,
J.J. CLASSEN,
Minnesota.
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From a Photcgraph Showing Ear of
Minnesota King Corn. (Reduced size.) N., K. & Co.’s Rustler White Dent.
20 NorTHRuP, KiInc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
SEED CORN —
Seed of the Following Varieties is of Our Own Growing
in the State of Minnesota.
EXTRA EARLY FLINT VARIETIES
(See also page 18.)
SQUAW. (Very short crop this year.) Extremely
early and of very dwarf habit. We still grow this corn
for those who want it, but we urge the planting of our
North Dakota White Klint, or North Dakota Yellow
Flint, in its place, as both of these varieties are fully as
early, more productive, and make a much more vigor-
ous growth. Large pkt., 10c; lb., 20c, postpaid. Peck,
60c: bu., $2.00. Bags included.
NORTH DAKOTA WHITE FLINT. Resulting from
a careful selection of Squaw corn for many years.
Very much better than the Squaw. Average height
stalk 5 ft., average distance base of ear from ground,
144ft. Large pkt., 10c; lb., 20c, postpaid. Peck, 75c;
bu., $2.25. Bags free.
NORTH DAKOTA YELLOW FLINT. (Gehu.) Re-
sembles closely the White Flint in earliness, habit of
growth, etc., but the grain is yellow. Average height
stalk 5 ft., average distance base of ear-from ground,
1%ft. Large pkt., 10c; lb., 20c, postpaid. Peck, 75c;
bu., $2.25. Bags free.
LONGFELLOW. (8row Yellow Flint.) A very
early 8-rowed corn of the Canada type; ears cylindrical,
about 9in. long; color, rich, glossy. The weight of seed
cornis fully 60 lbs. Average height stalk Tis ft,, aver- 5
age distance base of ear from ground, 3 ft. Large pkt., {Section of ear.] iS
10c; lb., 20c, postpaid. Peck, by express orfreight, 50c; N., K. & CO.”’S DAKOTA YELLOW DENT.
bu., $1.80: 2 bu., $3.50. Bags included.
SMUT NOSE FLINT. (8-rows.) A yellow flint corn blazed with red at end ofear. Ears are large and round
This is a very early variety, and a great favorite in many localities. Ourstockis very fine. Average height of
staik 7 ft. 6 in., average distance base of ear from ground, 2 ft.1llin. Large pkt., 10c; lb., 20c, postpaid. Peck
60c; bu., $2.25; 2bu., $4.00. Bags included.
EARLY YELLOW DENT VARIETIES.
N., K. & CO”S DAKOTA DENT. (16 to 20 rows—Earliest full Yellow Dent.) Thousands of bushels sold since
introduced. It grows 6 to § feet in height; cob small, well filled out to the end with long, deep grains. Average
height stalk 8ft. 1 in., average distance base of ear from ground, 3 ft.2in. Large pkt., 10c; 1b., 2Q0c, postpaid.
By express or freight, peck, 6c; bu., $2.0€; 2 bu., $3.75. Bags free.
HURON. EARLY YELLOW DENT. (14to18rows.) Finestrain of early corn. Grain deep golden yellow,
and large, whilecobis very small. 70lbs. of ears have made 64 lbs. of shelled corn, leaving only 6 lbs. of cobs.
Average height of stalk 8 ft.4in., average distance base of ear from ground, 3ft.10in. Large pkt., 10c; lb., 20c,
postpaid. Byexpress or freight, peck, 60c; bu., $2.00; 2 bu., $3.75. Bags included.
PRIDE OF THE NORTH. EARLY YELLOW DENT. (16to18 rows.) Weconsiderour Dakota Dent a marked
improvement over the Pride of the North for earliness and asa better yielder. Those wishing the Pride of the
North, however, will find our stock especially desirable. Average height of stalk, 7 ft., average distance base of
ear from ground, 3ft. Large pkt., 10¢;1b., 20c, postpaid. By express. or freight, peck, 50c; bu., $1.80. Bags free.
UNIVERSITY NUMBER THIRTEEN. (12 to 16 rows.)
Prof. Hays, the widely known agriculturist of the Minne-
sota State Experiment Station, has for some years past
been conducting a series of experiments with many kinds
of corn, having particularly in view the selection of an
early variety that would give larger yields than any at
present known. University Number Thirteen was the
variety selected for dissemination. Prot. Hays does not
claim any fancy qualities for University Number Thir-
teen. Infact, he states that it has not been selected rig-
idly toatype,in appearance, as that would have inter-
fered, somewhat, with the selection for large yields and
profits. The experience of the two years following the in-
troduction of this corn has fully demonstratedits ability
asaproducer. Itis a full Yellow Dent 16-rowed variety,
kernels packed closely on the cob. Not as early as our
Dakota Dent (which is of much the same type), but highly
recommended for planting south of St. Cloud, Minn., Av-
erage height of stalk 8 ft. 4in., average distance base of ear
from ground,3ft.3in. Large pkt., 10c; lb., 20c, postpaid.
Peck, 50c; bu., $.1.75; 2 bu., $3.25. Bags included.
WHITE CAP YELLOW DENT. (14tol8 rows.) A yel-
yow corn with a white cap; very early. Ripens quickly
and gives satisfaction wherever grown, Average height
of stalk 7 ft.11 in., average distance base of ear from
i Soa aa) ground, 3ft.4in. Pk., 50c; bu., $1.75; 2 bu., $3.25. Bgs. free.
iu eer NSHGave Secor _ NORTHWESTERN DENT. (12 rows.) This variety is
OCT RAPHONC HOTA APPT ° in a class by itself, being a Red Dent sort. Itis extremely
Ace CG. Paanrcaraces* arane et early, very productive, and has become very popular with
x all who have grownit. Itisa greatfavorite in North Da-
kota. There aretwostrains of this “red dent’’ corn; one
eS is very good and the other is very poor; ours is the VERY
> 7 Sheen kind. ek Ss Palet of ag 7 8 a og
# <r ‘ = : P ss istance base of ear from ground,3 ft.5in. eck, 60c;
EARLY WHITE CAP (YELLOW DENT.) bu., $2.25; 2 bu., $4.00. Bags free.
WRITE FOR SPECIAL PRICES ON LARGE QUANTITIES.
NoRTHRUP, KING & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 21
A PERPLEXED FARMER is nota rare sight,
but this condition of mind does not often arise
through having sucha large crop that he does
notknow how or where to house it. There would
be many such cases, however, did all have the
A\i same good fortune as that experienced by Mr.
intr +§ Alfred Rose, of Yates County, N. Y., who raised
ACRE ae @ on one acre of Mastodon Corn 15,898 pounds of
pA = ee‘ Corn on the ear, which made 213 bushels of
ae = shelled corn. >
PLEASE NOTE.—Mastodon Corn is early as
compared with Golden Beauty, Leamingand other
standard late sorts,, but we do not as yet recom-
mend it for general planting north of latitude
43. We have grown it successfully the past
three years within a few miles of Minneapolis.
and hope in two years more to be able to recom-
mend it for general planting as far north as lat-
itude 45. Meantime, we hope as many of our
customers in the North, as possible, will try a
packet and report their success.
The originatorstates: ‘‘The Early Mastodon
Corn, named Mastodon because of its large ears,
has been brought to its present standard by
careful selection. The seed trade and large
growers of field corn have for many years been
anxiously inquiring for a large-eared, yet early
Dent Corn, and to supply their wants I have for
years been studying it up, and, until I got up this corn, was not fully satisfied. Manysorts have been tried and
found wanting. In the Mastodon your customers will find a high-bred corn, of beautiful color,and one which
will please them. I claim for this corn the largest number of rows on cob, and the deepest, longest grains of any
eorn ever originated, making the finest appearing shelled corn I ever saw, being a cast of two colors, and such
eorn as brings the highest price in market. It grows very rapid,strongand rank at a medium height,and willout-
yield any corn ever grownin this section. You cannot too highly recommend this corn to your customers.
have grown thousands of bushels of Golden Beauty, and the Mastodon is from three weeks to one month eéarlier,
growing side by side and planted the same week.’ Price for Mastodon Corn: Large pkt., 5c; 1b., 20c; 51bs.,
80c, postpaid; by express or freight, peck, 40c; bu., $175;2bu., $3.00. Bags free. 2
Oo © 2,000 Hernels ona Single Ear oo 2
“The Early Mastodon Corn I bought from you last year was the biggest corn I ever
had,—some ears with 2,000 kernels on. It is good fodder too.’’
MARTIN B. MATTSON, Princeton, Minn.
From this it will be seen that Mastodon Corn last year made a large crop forty miles north of Minne-
apolis, and is good evidence that our efforts to make this corn earlier are bearing fruit.
IOWA GOLD MINE CORN. Everyonewho has tried it is enthusiastic in praise of this splendid variety. It
is medium early, ripening but a few days later than the Pride of the North. Ears are not excessively large, but of
good size and symmetrical. Color, a bright golden yellow, shining like a new coin direct fromthe mint. Grain
is very deep, cob small, and therefore dries out very nearly as soonasripe. 70 pounds of earcorn makes 60 to 62
pounds of shelled corn, and in hauling to the marketit weighs out 5 bushels more to the wagon load than com-
mon varieties, in the same size wagon. 70 pounds of corn onthe ear has given 64 pounds of shelled corn and
only 6 pounds of cobs. This is unparalleled and cannot be equalled by any other cornin the world. Large pkt.,
5c; ib., 20c; 3lbs., 50c, postpaid; by express or freight, peck, 50c; bu., $1.65; 2 bu., $3.00.
NORTHROP, KING & CO.’S MINNESOTA LEAMING. (Yellow Dent.) Foranumberof years we have been
working on this well known variety, and we now haveit so that itis perfectly safe, under ordinary conditions, to
plant inall sections south of Minneapolis. We have been workingon this corn because we believed it to be, for
many reasons, the best variety for permanentimprovement. It naturally possessesa hardy constitution, the ears
are of good size, cobs quite small, and the grain exceptionally bright and heavy. We strongly recommend this
for general planting. Jarge pkt., 5c; 1b., 20c; 3 lbs., 50e,
stpaid; by express or freight, peck, 50c; bu., $1.75; 2bu.,
3.15. Bags free.
SILVER MINECORN. The Great $1,000 Corn—Yields
215 Bushels peracre. The introducer says: ‘‘The most
marvelous variety of corn ever offered, and one which will
surprise every one who plantsit. Ifthe farmerstake hold
of this as they should it will revolutionize the corn grow-
ing of the country. Stalk grows toa height of about seven
or eight feet and sets the ears about three and one-half to
four feetfrom the ground. Just the height for easy picking.
It is early, matured last yearin less than ninety-fivedays.
The cob dries out rapidly ,sothat itis ready for the mar-
Ket very early.
It produced 215 bu.per acrein Scott county,
Ia.; 211 bu. in Indiana, 201 bu.in Arkansas,
178 bu. in Illinois, 145 bu. in Nebraska, 144
bu. in Ohio and 137 bu. in Texas. Average
of about 176 bushels shelled corn per acre.
Price, postpaid or by express prepaid: Large pkt., 5e; 1b,,
20c; 3 lbs., 50c; by freight or express (purchaser paying
charges,) peck, 50c; bu., $1.65; 2 bu., $3.00.
““Wish You Could See It.”’ i
“T wish you could see the Mastodon Corn thatI have +
grown continuously forfour years from seed originally
purchased from you.’”” ED. BROTSINGER, McGregor, Ia.
Write for Special Prices on Large Quantities.
22 NortHRuP, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
FODDER CORN F For years we have been Petar FODDER CORN
to the farmers of the Northwest, but it took just such
a season as that of 1900 to fully arouse them to its great value. When other crops
had failed, and they were wondering what they should do for feed, many planted Fodder
Corn, because it was too late to put in anything else. Now every one of them will put a
liberal acreage into FODDER CORN, because they have found it ONE OF THE MOST
PROFITABLE CROPS TO GROW, NOT A MAKESHIFT, BUT A NECESSITY.
FIELD OF N.. K., & CO.’S GIANT FODDER CORN.
FODDER CORN may be divided into four classes, viz: Large Southern Varieties; Medium
Early Dent Varieties, Flint Varieties and Sweet Varieties. Each of these has its friends. All may
be successfully grown for Fodder in almost any latitude. The merits of each class are briefly
stated under their respective headings. If further information is desired, we shall be glad to
supply it so far as lies within our power, and will be pleased to make recommendations when
desired. There is one point we want to impress on stockmen, dairymen and others using Fod-
der Corn, and that is to place your orders early. By doing so you secure the benefit of the
present low prices. You can test the seed, and have corn on hand that you know will grow
when you are ready to plant.
LARGE & # These furnish by far the largest amount of fodder, and, if of equal feeding
SOUTHERN V@lue, would be by all means the most profitable to grow, as they yield easily
VARIETIES. double the tonnage of the early sorts. Complaint is sometimes heard that the
VARIETIES: stalks grow so coarse that stock will not eat them all, and waste ensues. This
is sometimes true, but this can be almost altogether obviated by planting seed of the right
varieties sufficiently close to check the tendency to coarseness. On the next page we offer the
two best varieties of Southern Fodder Corn. See page 23.
NortTHRuP. Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
23
[N.K.@Co’s GIANT FODDER CORN }
PRICES SUBJECT TO MARKET CHANGES.
HIS, in our estimation, is VERY MUCH THE BEST of ail the late Fodder
or Ensilage sorts. We base this opinion not only on our own large exper-
but from the thousands of letters received from
ience with Fodder Corn,
customers in all parts of the United States.
We believe that in most cases farmers can better afford to pay the price we ask for our
Giant Fodder Corn than to plant other Southern varieties as a gift.
First, because in proportion to the quantity of leaf,
this variety has a SMALLER STALK than any other
variety. Second, while the B. & W., Red Cob, Soo and
other well known varieties of Fodder Corn grow just as
tall and even throw out leaves that are just as large,
the extraordinary productiveness of the Giant Fodder
Corn arises from the CLOSENESS OF THE JOINTS,
and as leaves are thrown out from each joint, the result
RED COB
FODDER.
is an INCREASED YIELD OF FODDER over any
other variety. An extra pair of leaves on every stalk
will more than pay the entire cost of seed on every
acre of ground.
Drill one to one and one-fourth bushels to the acre
in rows about 3% feet apart. Five or six kernels to each
foot ofrow. Price of N., K. & CO”S GIANT FODDER
CORN, pk., 35c; bu.. $1.10. Bags included.
SOUTHERN WHITE
FODDER CORN
kind offered and sold by some of our competitors as
Giant. Peck, 30c; bu.,90c. Bags free.
A standard Southern sort which has a
wide reputation all over the country. In
Canada this seems to have the preference
over any other sort, perhaps because it
has been more widely offered and advertised. It grows
very talland very leafy. Drill 144 bushels to the acrein
rows 38% feet apart.
30c; bu., $1.00. Bags included.
Price by express or freight: Pk.,
This is a tall growing, leafy
variety possessing the general
characteristics of our Giant,
but is not so leafy. It is the
WRITE FOR SPECIAL PRICES ON LARGE QUANTITIES.
N.. K. & CO."S GIANT FODDER CORN “ON TOP.”
We could easily fill this entire book with letters our customers have written us praising this
magnificent corn, but the following will give an idea of the estimation in which it is held by
those who have had experience with it:
‘Never Had Such Corn.”
TI never had such corn as your “Giant Fod-
der.” It grew twelve feet high and _ every
grain grew. I had it along the railroad track
at Leeks station and it was a fine sight from
thetrain. I never had so much corn. The
stalks I cut in an ensilage cutter, as they are
too long to feed in the stalls, and we do not
waste any inthat way. We will be very glad
to buy some more of your Giant Fodder Corn
nextspring. W.R. CLARK, Brainerd, Minn.
“Ahead of Any Other.”
Your “Giant Fodder” Corn is far ahead of
any fodder corn I have ever tried before.
E. H. DALE, Fertile, Minn.
«Just the Thing.”
Your “Giant Fodder” Corn is just the thing
for thiscountry. Lalwaysraised it when in
South Dakota and was much pleased with it
there. What I planted early grew eleven feet
tall, and what 1 planted the 6th day of July
grew to beseven or eight feet tall. The cattle
eat every bit of it, so there is no waste, and I
believe it will produce more feed to the acre
than anything else one can raise. I planted
five bushels of this corn and I consider it safe
to recommend it to anyone. : :
T. VY. Nasu, Osakis, Minn.
“Wishes He had More.”
Your “Giant Fodder’ Corn is better than
anything I have seen yet in the way of fodder.
I wish I had more of it.
L. Larson, Gilchrist, Minn.
“Nothing Better.”
There is nothing better than your “Giant
Fodder’ Corn. I had three and one-half acres
of it this summer, and it yielded more to the
acre than any other kind of fodder here.
There was all kinds of corn planted here this
summer, but there was nothing so heavy as
this around here. I had this piece of corn
planted along side of the main traveled road,
and all who saw it were surprised. For rough
fodder one acre of this ground will go as far
as four acres of hay or oats. 2 3
Lovtis L. SunpD, Milltown, Wis.
ssA Great Success.”
' The “Giant Fodder” Corn I bought from
you last spring, was a great success in spite of
the dryseason. Ithink it will be extensively
used next year. It has proven that Fodder
Corn can be relied on when grasses are a fail-
ure. Nis PETERSON, Battle Lake, Minn,
‘““Will Never be Without It.”’
Your “Giant Fodder’ Corn far exceeded my
expectations for fodder. It grewto the height
of eleven feet, is very leafy,and gave mea
great amount of fodder. It isallyou claim
for it, and I shall never be without it again.
S. G. PETERSON, Minneota, Minn.
“A Great Plant.”
Your “Giant Fodder” Corn isa great plant
for this part of Dakota. It was very dry here
last summer, and your corn did well and
makes fine feed for stock.
J. GEO. JOHNSON, Roswell, 8. D.
‘Wore than Pleased.”
Iam more than pleased with my first ven-
ture in sowing “Giant Fodder’ Corn. It is
certainly all you claim for it and makes most
excellent fodder. : -
JOHN MoRMAN, Westport, Minn.
“Could Write All Day.”
T purchased some Fodder Corn (Giant) from
you last spring, and found it to be of ex-
cellent quality. It is very leafy and the stalks
fine in texture. Fodder Corn is a great help,
especially when there is alight hay crop, and
it would bea good thing every year to havea
piece of this corn asit would give more va-
riety in the feed, especially for milch cows.
Tcould write all day about Fodder Corn, but
Ithink this is enough to make you believe I
was satisfied with your “Giant Fodder” Corn.
E. T. KAMRUD, Starbuck, Minn.
‘Well Pleased.”
Tam well pleased with your ‘“‘Giant Fodder”
Corn, in fact [do not know howI would win-
ter my cowsif it wasn’t for it. I intend to
plant more next spring, and will sow it with
my grain drill with every other spout closed.
My corn grew this year ten to twelve feet high
all over the fifteen acresT had. Next yearI
will certainly raise some “Giant Fodder’ Corn
and I thinka great many of my neighbors
will doth3same. Iam well pleased with the
result, and I think you will have a good trade
here next year.
J.C. MCGREGOR, Ayr, Cass Co., N. D.
“Tt Was Grand.”
That “Giant Fodder’ Corn I got of you was
grand. Ionly wish I had more of it. Every-
one who passed this way thought it would be
the proper feed to grow inthis county where
hay is so scarce.
FRAZER D. HUFFMAN, Austin, N. D,
a
“You Bet It Was.”
You ask me if I found my Fodder Corn help-
ful to me insupplementing my supply of feed.
You bet it was. Iam only sorry that I did not
sow more. Next spring Iwill sow ten acres
at least, forI live on the prairie where the
soil is quite sandy, and itseems that Fodder
Corn is the only crop we can raise for hay and
feed. O.C. UKKELBERG, Clitheral, Minn.
“Very Helpful.”
I was very much pleased with your ‘Giant
Fodder’ Corn. In spite of the dry season it
yielded an abundance of fodder and is very
helpful as a supply of feed. _When in need of
anything in your line, [shall always call on
your company.
GusT PETERSON, Willmar, Minn.
“JT Shall Plant It Next Year.”
Your “Giant Fodder” Corn did splendidly
with me. It wassodry that some of my field
corn did not come up until afterthe Fourth
of July rains, but the Fodder Corn kept on
growing enormously. It makes fine fodder
and plenty of it. The leaves do not seem to
break off like common _ corn. I shall plant it
nextyear. E.C. VAN Horn, Morris, Minn.
“Glad to Praise It.”
Tam glad to have the chance to praise your
“Giant Fodder” Corn. It made large ears and
broad leaves, stood the drouth well, some-
times two earsonastalk. I expect to plant
several acres of it next season. I was also
well pleased with your Minnesota King Corn.
Tt is so early.
Mags. E. V. ROBERTSON, Glen Allen, Mo.
‘Yields Best.”
I am very much pleased with the ‘‘Giant
Fodder” Corn that I bought from you last
spring. Itisthe best I had, and yields more
fodder to the acre than any kind I have tried.
If it had not been for theseed I had bought
from you I would not have had any feed for
my cattle, as that was the only crop that I
got this year, and avery good crop it was, too.
GusTAY OLSON, Detroit, Minn.
Tt Is the Best.”’
I raised a first-class crop of your “Giant
Fodder” Corn. It leaved from the ground to
the top. It is the best variety of corn one can
raise for fodder, asthe cattle eat it good and
thrive on it. Next spring lam going to plant
some more of the same.
P. O. SJORBUN, Randall, Minn.
2A NorTHRuP, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
MEDIUM EARLY anp
FLINT VARIETIES or
FODDER CORN.
Apes are many who prefer for Fodder smaller
growing corn than the large and later varieties,
claiming for it the following advantages: 1st, thatitis
more readily handled by the corn harvester, or even
the grain binder; 2d, that it matures earlier, and ~ives
well formed and often partially or fully ripened ears; 3d,
that it is more easily cured; 4th, that the smaller stalks
make finer and richer fodder; 5th, that the fodder is
more easily handled in putting through the silage or
fodder cutter, or if fed long,is more easily handled in
the manger.
In N., K. & CO”S ELEPHANT FODDER CORN we
have, we believe, the variety that will best please the
advocates of this type of corn. Itis TALL GROWING,
averaging 7 to 8 feet. It is VERY LEAFY. It has a
SMALL STALK. It will form, even in Northern Min-
nesota and in North Dakota,GOOD SIZED EARS, thus
i\\ D> Wf! TN eH “ adding to its feeding value. It is LOW IN PRICE,
=) \ UPN Be ‘ Z WY Drillin rows about3%% feet apart, about 60 lbs. totheacre.
A KX \ rA\\\\ Za E Price, bu., '$1.00. Sacks free.
N., K. & CO”S NEW WHITE FLINT FODDER CORN
“STATE OF MAINE.” The farmers of Maine, Vermont,
New Hampshire and Massachusetts use for Fodder
Corn EARLY WHITE FLINT Varieties almost exclu-
sively. Thereis absolutely NO WASTE to this class
of corn, as the stalkis as greedily eaten as the leaves,
and the feeding value is superior to everything but
the Sweet Fodder varieties.
Our “STATE OF MAINE” Fodder Corn is the tallest
growing and best of the white flint sorts. We have great
faith that it is to become a most popular variety in the
Northwest, and we would like to have our customers
give it a trial. Even the staunch friends of “Giant”
and “Elephant” will find in (he “State of Maine” some-
thing for them to “think about.” Drill] bu. to theacre,
Peck, 40c; bu., $1.65. Sacks free.
N.,K.& CO.’S ELEPHANT FODDER CORN.
EARLY SWEET FODDER CORN. Under this head we offer and dispose of any un-
Selected stock we may happen to have of Early Sweet Varieties, such as Cory, Early Minnesota,
Early Crosby, etc. This makes capital fodder, and will mature ears in almost any part of the
Northwest. The stalk is small, but sweet as honey, and nothing can make better feed than
this, fed ear and all. Drill 1% to 2 bu. to the acre, in rows just far enough apart to admit culti-
vation. Peck,60; bu.,$2.25. Sacks free.
EVERGREEN SWEET FODDER CORN. There is doubtless better feeding value
in one ton of Sweet Fodder Corn than in double the quantity of any other sort, excepting (pos-
sibly) our State of Maine White Flint. All varieties of sweet corn possess very much more
“sugar” than any feed sort, and, this being the most important constituent, it necessarily fol-
lows that the corn holding this in greatest quantity has the greatest net value. Evergreen
Sweet Fodder grows much taller than the Early Sweet Fodder, and makes well formed, but not
mature ears,in almost any part of the Northwest. Drill 142 to2bu.totheacre. Peck, $0c;
bu., $3.00. Sacks free.
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% “THE question of which is the Best Fodder Corn will probably never be fully e
#
# settled, any more than will be the question of the best breed of Horses or #
® Cattle. We try to present briefly and fairly the leading point of superiority *
% claimed for each variety, and will be glad to have our customers divide their :
# order, so as to see which sort will best suit their needs. :
THIRISISISRoICteitiniolutoloiaiciniaisicicinaisiotaisiaieiatotak pisiiainiotakinioloisialsinitolaiainjojataisiioiatststuesstanaicie
WRITE FOR SPECIAL PRICES ON LARGE QUANTITIES.
NORTHRUP, KING & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. D5
Northrup, Hing @ Co.’s
HOG PASTURE
MIXTURE.
For several years past we have made
up for a numberof our patrons a special
mixture for their Hog Pastures. This
has in every instance proven so satis-
factory, always resulting in a new or-
der, not onlyfor themselves but for and
from their neighbors, that we have
concluGed that a great many of our
customers would like to know about it
and so we draw attention to it here.
The mixture in the main consists of
Vetches, Rape, Golden Vine Peas, So-
ja Beans, Cow Peas, Sorghum, Barley,
Japanese Millet, Turnip, Teosinte,
Canada Field Peas, etc., but we vary it
according to circumstances, and make
up every order Separately with refer-
ence to the requirements of each indi-
vidualcase, and the section in which
the purchaser resides.
In ordering this mixture it will be
necessary to inform us on the follow-
ing points, bearing in mind that the
pasture will, under ordinary circum-
stances, be ready for use about five
A New “Point of View.” e weeks after sowing.
Mr. Hog: ‘‘Really,my dear, I think weshall have to raise our farmer’s wages. He has ist. In what month do you wish to
shown most commendable foresight in providing us with this excellent pasture. In all sow the seed ?
my farming experience I have seen nothing as good.
2nd. What is the character of the soil?
With this information, we will make up a mixture that will please you, and we shall be surprised if you don’t
regard it asthe best investment on your farm. Sow from 100 to1501bs. of this mixture to theacre,
Price, $4. 50 per 100 lbs., f,o. b, Minneapolis. Sacks FREE. 8 ~We do not sell less than 100 lbs. of this mix-
ture as we cannot afford to make upa special prescription for a less quantity.
HE following from Mr. O. R. Aney of Wilmot, S.D., is one of the many letters received by us from repre-
sentative Swine Breeders and Shippers, relative to our Hog Pasture Mixture.
Mr. Aney is proprietor of the Whetstone Valley herd of Poland China Swine, is Swine Editor of the Dakota
Farmerx, State Lecturer on Swine with the North Dakota and South Dakota Farmers’ Institute Corps and is an
authority in his line. i
Wilmot, South Dakota,
NORTHRUP, KING & CO., , December, 2nd, 1902.
Minneapolis, Minn.,
Gentlemen: I wish to say that I have used your Hog Pasture Mixture and consider it the best thing that
has ever come to the farmers of the Northwest. Hog raising has always been conducted ona small scale
on most ofour farms because, until this mixture of yours was introduced,nothing could be found in the
form ofan annual plant that would furnish good pasturage from Spring until Fall without becoming
woody and tough,unless it was sown atintervals. Now I look fora large number of farmers to engage in
the hog raising busi-
ness and also for those
who are already in it
to increase their herds,
for, with such a mag-
nificent pasture as your
Hog Mixture supplies,
the Northwest can
raise and put upon the
market a better class
of pork and at a lower
cost of production than
any_other section of
the United States,
Again, thanks to
you and to your Hog
Mixture for placing
these favorable con-
ditions within our
reach. I am with kind-
est regards,
Yours truly,
O.R. Aney.
P.S. I enclose a pic-
ture of my herd boar
“Sunlight.” I have re-
fused $1000.00 for him
several times.
$1,000.00 HERD BOAR “‘SUNLIGHT,” Raised on N.,K. & Co.’s Hog Pasture Mixture.
26 NortTurup, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
DWARF ESSEX RAPE.
” A Word About Our Rape Seed, and the Price We AsK For It. ¥#
SOME firms ask less money for their Rape seed thando we. Wepay a premium for our seed, in order to get the
purest, cleanest and best and it hes always given the greatest satisfaction. A saving of a cent or two a pound
means from three to ten cents an acre. Wedo not feel that, for this difference between the price of known and
unknown seed, seed that is proven good, and seed that may or Ne
may not be good, that we are justified in taking this risk or
asking our customers todoso. [@- Write Prof. Shaw, of
the Minnesota State Experiment Station, St. Anthony
Park, Minn., about our Dwarf Essex Rape Seed.
and its nu-
tritive value
is nearly
twice that of
clover, One
Dwarf Essex Rape is the most valuable forage plant, except sil
clover and two or three of the grasses, that has ever been introduced illl A good crop
into the United States, and we take pride in having been the first seed y{//] will furnish
house to bring it prominently before the farmers of America. Hi at least 12
Now that thesale of Rape seedamounts to thousands of tons annual- tons of green
ly, itisinteresting, by way of contrast, to look back to the year when I} food per acre
[]
pounds, and compare it with the business we now do in this important
article, which is illustrated by the train, picturing 20 CARLOADS, {|
constituting our opening order for the season of 1903.
Our customers can well understand that it gives ns great pleasure
to have lived tosee our faith in Rape seed; for use in this country, y Hl acre of- well
amply justified by the outcome and that our effort to supply the / i grown Rape
very best quality of seed is recognized all over the United States. i will furnish pas-
There are several varieties of the Rape plant, but it will be :
found a loss of time and money to experiment with any other than
the DWARF ESSEX. Some houses offer it under other names
but simply that, by praising it more, the} may get a higher
price for the seed. Any GOOD RAPE SEED is DWARF
ESSEX. Nothing more or less.
Dwarf Essex Rape has been usually grown, until recent
years, to furnish pasture for sheep and lambs, but it is now
being found equally good in providing pasture for nearly all
kinds of stock.
It is an annual, bearing a close resemblance in
leaf and stalk to the ruta baga, but both leaves
and stalk are more numerous in the Rape plant, -
andof a taller habit of growth. It is a pasture
plant which may be eaten off by any kind of live
stock, but is pre-eminently fitted to furnish pasture
for sheep, cattle and swine.
we introduced it,andfind that our sales for the season were less than 500 Il}
|
!
rs I} ture for ten to
/ twenty head of
sheep for two
months, and in
that time it will
fatten them in
good form for
the market.
Dwarf Essex
Rape thrives
best on a good soil,
rich in vegetable mat-
ter. Slough lands are
excellent. This plant
may be grown suc-
cessfully in the fol-
lowing ways, viz: 1.
In the early spring,
to provide pasture.
2. In June or July,
on well prepared land
to provide pasture.
3. Along with grain, using 2
lbs. of seed per acre to provide
pasture for sheep after har-
vest. 4. Along with peas.
oats, clover seed, to provide
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Pe re
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ge N of clover. 5. Along with corn
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Me Ze drilledin broadcastto provide
pasture, 6. In corn, sowing the seed with
the last cultivation given to corn. 7. Along
with rye, sownin August, in sheep pas-
ture. When rape is sown broadcast, 5 Ibs.
of seed per acre will suffice. When sown in
rows, say 30 inches apart, and cultivated,
from 1 to2 lbs. per acre will be enough.
It is now being grown in the Northern and Middle states, from
the Atlantic to the Pacific. Price, 1b., 25c, postpaid. By express
or freight, Ib., 10¢; 10 1bs., @ 7¢; 25 lbs., @ 6c; 50 Ibs. @ 6e; 100
lbs., @ 5% ¢; 224% sack @5e. Write for special price on large lots.
~ - > WOW TO SOW, GROW AND USE IT.
Ra e Written for N., K. & Co., by Prof. Thos. Shaw.
P 9 To all who purchase Rape Seed from us we will send
free upon request, this new pamphlet written for us in December 1900, by Prof.
Thos. Shaw, and which brings the subject of Rape down to date. It contains many valuable suggestions,
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Dwarti Hssex Rape
Sheep Pasturing on Dwarf Essex Rape and Clover.
THOUSAND HEADED KALE.
Pigs Pasturing on Dwarf Essex Rape.
Thousand Headed Kale,
As in the case of Dwarf Essex Rape, we
were the first American Seed House to offer
and call public attention to this grand pas-
ture plant—Thousand Headed Kale. We
were led to do so by its growing popularity
in England where on account of the enormous
amount and superior quality of feed it af-
ords, in some sections and among many
shrewd farmers it is rapidly succeeding Dwarf
Essex Rape.
Thousand Headed Kale is a variety of
cabbage that produces enormously. The plant
attains a height of 3to4feet; the stem is cov-
ered with leaves, which form small heads.
Animals, especially sheep, eat it greedily, It
grows well on any land and is very hardy.
We do not hesitate to predict thatina few
years’ time it will be as popular and as widely
used as Dwarf Essex Rape.
The seed may be either drilled or broadcasted.
Drilling is the better. Ifdrilled, plantin rows 26 to 30
inches apart, as plants should be thinned outsoasto
stand 16tol8inches apartinthe rows. In drilling, use
34 to 1 Ib. of seed to the acre; in broadcasting, 1 %
lbs. Price, by mail, postpaid: Large pkt., 5e; 4% 1bi0e;
lb., 30c. By express or freight, lb. 20c;5 lbs., 90c; 10
lbs., $1.70.
Write for special price on large quantities.
28 NORTHRUP, KING & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
VALUABLE GROUP Of PASTURE, SOILING (green food in cut form) and
FODDER PLANTS. Our catalogue space only admits calling atten-
tion to their merits in the briefest possible way,
iG Sse. COW PEAS and SOJA BEANS constitute a mosr
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The views shown on this page are from photographs taken of crops grown near Minnes
apolis during the summer of 1900.
SORGHUM.
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it has no superior. When grazed down it will ee ae
quickly spring upagain, hence a large amountof | #4 e Seat : :
pasture may be obtained from itat aseason when |:
it is most difficult to obtain pasture from other
sources. Asa soiling crop it willalways prove
of great value, since at least two crops can be ob-
tained from one sowing, but its highest value
as food for stock is found in the enormous |}
yields of fodder. When properly grown it may
be thus fed during more than half the year.
EARLY MINNESOTA SORGHUM. (Amber
Cane.) Karliest, richest, best. Lb., 30e, post-
paid. By express or freight, lb., 10c; 101bs. @}-;
6c; 100 lbs. @ 4c.
SOUTHERN CANE. Bear in mind that our! .;
Early Minnesota Sorghum is from two to|® :
three weeks earlier than Southern Cane.
Where carly maturing cane is not desired, South- Sorghum, Grown for Pasture and Soiling,
ern seed may be satisfactorily used. Lb.,15¢, postpaid. By express or freight, lb., 5¢; 10 lbs. @ 3e; 100 Ibs., $1.90.
SOJA BEAN.
These Beans should be raised on every farm,
either as a grain crop or fodder crop to feed green
orforthe silo. The grainis the richest known
vegetable substance. Planted in rows 2% feet
|] apart with 6 to 8 plants to the foot of row, requir-
ing about halfa bushel of seed per acre. They
yield 15 to 20 tons per acre of fodder extremely
rich as flesh formers. They are soil enrichers,
gathering nitrogen from the air, in the same
*%| manner as does clover, the roots being crowded
‘| with tubercles, which give them their power.
; For the Northitis essential and absolutely
necessary that the EARLY Soja Beans be used.
Pkt., 10c; pk., $1.00; bu., $3.50.
LATE SOJA BEAN. Suitable for use only in
the South. Pkt., 10c; pk., 60c; bu., $2.25,
COW PEAS.
ad THE COW PEA was, until very recently,
Soja Bean as Grown for Pasture or Soiling. supposed to be suitable only to Southern condi-
tions. Nowitis being demonstrated that, when suitable varieties are sown, the crop can be grown with entire
success inthe North. The best varieties for Northern areas are the Black Eye and the Whippoorwill.
The Cow Pea furnishes good pasture for cat-
tle, sheep or swine. It may also be used as soil-
ing and for hay, but for the two purposes last
named it is a little difficult to handle. It has
great power toenrich the land, by putting in it
nitrogen drawn from the air, and, since it may be
grown asa catch crop,an immense future lies
before it in enriching soils.
When pastured by cattle, the early pods
should be well formed before turning in the
stock. When pastured by swine,the cropshould
be allowed to get nearly ripe. When plowed un-
der asa fertilizer, the plowing should _be done
when the plants are in full bloom. But even |g? >
when pastured by cattle and some of the produce (ew: 2 a
is rejected as food, the part thus rejected is very ‘ : or me
helpful to the soil. This growing of Cow Peas in ’ : WA =f
the northern half of the United States is only ; ee
just beginning. A _great future lies before it,
xtra Early Black Eye, pkt., 10¢; pk., $1.00; bu.,
$3.50. Large Black Eye, large pkt., 10c; te 7Be;
Hee $2.75. Whippoorwill, pkt., 10c; pk., 75c; bu.,
2.50,
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CANADA FIELD PEAS
Can be sown alone or with oats. If alone about 3 bushels are required to the
acre. If with oats,1% bushels of Peas and 2 bushels of oats. The latter is a fa-
vorite and profitable method, and one that we strongly endorse, asin this way a
double crop can be secured. They can be threshed at one time, and readily sep-
arated in cleaning.
FIELD PEAS
The following are Standard Varieties and best adapted to general culture.
GOLDEN VINE FIELD PEAS. Yellow. Height of vine 3% to 4 ft. A fine
vigorous variety. Productive. Qt., 30c, postpaid. By exp. or frt., qt., 15c; pk.,
60c; bu., $2.00. Bags included.
CANADA FIELD PEAS. Yellow. Height of vine,3% to4ft. This is a stand-
ard sort of Green Field Peas and needs no special description. This varietyis
extensively grown in Canada, Wisconsin and other pea-growing sections, and
Z has a large sale,not only for agricultural purposes, but for usein soups. Qt.,
30c, postpaid. By exp. or frt., qt.,15ce; pk., 50c; bu., $1.90. Bags free.
CANADA FIELD PEAS. Green. Height of vine, 3% to 4 ft. Of the same
= general character as Canada Yellow Field Pea. Used for the same purposes, but
NSS the seed is green in color, instead of yellow. Qt., 30c, postpaid. By exp. or frt.
at., 15c; pk., 60c; bu., $2.00. Bags free.
VETCHES
SAND OR WINTER VETCH. (Vicia Villosa.) Sometimes called Hairy Vetch.
This has proven to be the most valuable of all Vetches. It succeeds wellon
nearly all soils,and thrives surprisingly on poor, light land, and well withstands
great extremes of drought, heat andcold. It may be sown eitherin the spring
or fall, usually with oo ‘It grows rapidly and is particularly valuable in sections where clover does not
thrive. In the North it remains green all winter under the snow, and it is invaluable for early pasturing or soil-
ing. Itis valuable as a fertilizer, being a great nitrogen gatherer. For hay,cut when commencingto pod. Fifty
pounds of seed required tothe acre. Large pkt., 5c; 1b., 20c, postpaid. By freight, 1b., 15c; 19 lbs. at 13¢; 50 Ibs.
at 12c; 1001lbs. at 1le. Bags free.
SPRING VETCHES. Used for the same purposes as the Sand Vetch, but will not thrive on poor soil, or with-
stand extremes of weather as successfully. Large pkt., 10c; 1b., 20c, postpaid. By freight, lb.,10c; 10 lbs. at
7c; 50 lbs. at 6c; 100 lbs. at 64%4c. Bags free.
e4$@ 4.444424 44
{ Australian Salt Bush
The many thousands of acres of alkali lands of the
Wild Rice for Seed
West may be made productive and profitable by plant-
ing Salt Bush. Cattle, Horses, Sheep and Swine eat it
and thrive onit. This plant is not an experiment, itis
a demonstrated success. It flourishes where grasses
and other forage plants will not grow, and furnishes
enormous quantities of nutritive food for stock and
remains green all winter. Single plantsgrown on the
worst alkali land have reached a diameter of 16 feet in
one season. It succeeds everywhere, and there seems to
be no question but that it will in time eliminate al-
kali from the ground, rendering it suitable for other
crops. Prof. Tower states that its nutritive strength
As an attraction for wild fowl it cannot
be equalled. In large ponds and lakes it
purifies the water and affords a refuge for
the small fry from the large fish, also
furnishing them plenty of food from the
animalculz upon its stalks. For planting
in fish ponds it is especially desirable. It
also does well along theshoresof marshes,
and makes a good hay. In the South two
crops can be cut, and allcattle are very fond
of it. Pound 40c, postpaid. By express,
_ bushel of 20 Ibs., $4.00. Write for priceson
larger quantities.
is nearly equal to that of Alfalfa. Large pkt., 10c;
Ib., $1.00, postpaid.
Parched Wild Rice
For a number of years past we have secured from the Chippewa Indians of the North, a quantity of parched
Wild Rice for our own individual use as a breakfast food. Every year we have been obliged to increase our order
so as to acommodate personal friends who ate it and likedit, withthe result that we now Sell several thousand
pounds annually to individuals, hotels and clubs. There is no Breakfast Food Like It. It is cooked in the same
Manner as ordinary Rice, but possesses a flavorallitsown. It is alike food for the athlete and for the most
delicate invalids. Once used as an accompaniment to wild fowl, fish, etc., its popularity is permanently assured.
_It may seem alittle irregular to offer a breakfast food in a seed catalogue, but we are sure there are many of
our customers who will be glad to know where they can obtain parched Wild Rice and those to whomthe dish
may be new and whose curiosity, or our recommendation leads them to try it, will thank us for having brought
it to their attention. Wewillsend directions for its use with every order. large or small.
Price for thoroughly recleaned seed, per lb., postage paid, 35c; by express or freight, per Ib., 25c; 5lbs. at 2c,
10 lbs. at 20c; 100 lbs. at 18c. Bags free.
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| RAREST MOST DELICIOUS AND MOST
NUTRITIOUS OF BREAKFAST FOODS
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NorTHRuUP, Kinc, & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
Grass and Clover Seeds
AND The Plain Truth About “Grades”
N.,
aed's Sterling Brand Seeds
Since we started this
grade six years ago its
quality has been unvary-
ingly maintained and it
§ has achieved such a high
Sa reputation that unscrup-
s ulous dealers have taken
advantage of that fact to
fe palm off inferior and
ma cheaper seeds as “STER-
LING.” In order to pro-
tect ourselves, our custo-
mers and the good name
of our “STERLING”
: )Brand,on and after Jan-
uary Ist, 1902, every bag of grass or clover
seed put out by us under the name of STER-
LING will besold only in our sealed bags—
NORTHRUP, HING @ CO.’S STERLING GRADES
The terms Fancy, Choice, Prime and Fair, by which different grades of
! Grass and Clover Seeds are usually known, have become so much abused
by some dealers, who apply these terms indiscriminately to any quality
' of seed, that we six years ago establisheda grade of our own, called
STERLING, which we intend shall invariably represent the best seed ob-
tainable, both as respects purity and high germination. Anyone who
buys our STERLING grades may return them at our expense, if, upon re-
ceipt and examinatiou, they are found in any respect unsatisfactory,
and money paid for same, both for seed and freight, will be PROMPTLY
REFUNDED.
Those who buy our STERLING grades are absolutely assured the
BEST SEEDS MONEY CAN BUY. They are to other grades what cream
is to skimmed milk.
CHOICE means bright, clean seed of strong germination, but not con-
cidered by us sufficiently perfect in all particulars to go into our Sterling
grade.
PRIME is in the main good seed, but contains usually a more or less
liberal percentage of sand, seed of other grasses or clovers, weed seeds,
blighted seeds, etc. In other words, it represents seed that has not been
well cleaned.
~ FATR, or low grade seed, means worthless seed, with which no self-
respecting farmer ought to insult his land.
every package bearing our name, our trademark, and sealed at the top with a leaden seal, None other is genuine. For the convenience of our
customers we are putting up the STERLING Brand Grass and Olover Seeds in 24% bushels, 1 bushel, 14 bushel and #4 bushel bags. Each one
sealed and branded. All quotations made by uson STERLING Brand seeds include bagsfree. For the protection of ourselves and our custo-
mers we have made application to the Patent office at Washington to have the above design, also the word STERLING, as applied to Seeds,
registered as our TRADE MARK.
WHAT THE MICROSCOPE REVEALS
These plates tell a story that should interest every farmer. They are enlarged, but otherwise exact
reproductions from photographs, two showing weed seeds and rubbish taken from ‘‘supposedly clean’’
- clover seed in making our
STERLING grade. The upper
one is ‘*‘STERLING,”’’ and it
shows the almost perfect de=
gree of purity attained in our
process of cleaning. Those
inexperienced in handling and
cleaning seeds, can form no
conception of the amount of
sand and weed seeds, blight=
ed seeds and other worthless
material which a bushel of
grass or clover seed may be
made to readily hide. In
‘¢Hints on Grasses,’’ written
for us by Prof. Beale,he says:
ee a : Sosaseiens =, ‘‘In 1897 a student, under my
te SSeS 8 direction, collected from deal-
ers, mostly in Michigan, sev=-
enty-five packages of seeds
of Red Clover, each of which
were examined for weeds and
tested for vitality. Thirty
“8 kinds of weeds were found,
49 all samples containing weeds
excepting two. At the same
time another student collect-
ed and testedin a similar way
fifty-five lots of Timothy
seed. Seeds of twenty-three
kinds of weeds were found
in these fifty-five samples,
including
Canadathis-
tle, and no
sample was
found that
WAS EN-
TIRE LY
FREE from
WEED
SEEDS.?’’
FARMERS,
THINK
NorTHRUP, KING & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 31
= The following letter from Mr. A. J. Pieters,
in CHARGE OF PURE SEED INVESTI-
= GATIONS, Department of Agriculture, Wash-
ington, D.C.,is taken from the Florists’ Exchange
(a New York Trade Paper) of Dec. Ist, 1900, and
speaks for itself:
|
, Seedsmen’s Non-Warranty Glause.
Undoubtedly the seed catalogues now being
sprepared for 1901 will contain the usual non-war-
wranty clause. The seedsmen,asa rule, do not feel
dthat they can risk any other method, in view of
athe varying conditions to which seeds are ex-
4 posed after leaving the sellers’ hands. I have bee
afore called attention to the difference in this re-
egard between vegetable and field seeds, such as
“Clovers and grasses, and have tried to point out
: “that in the case of the latter class it ought not to
OFFICE OF SEED TESTING DEPARTMENT. be impracticable for the seedsman to give better
assurance to the buyer than he is at present
doing. The seedsman asks the farmer to have
4, confidence in the seeds as advertised, but refuses
to show his own confidence in any practical way.
: Northrup, King & Co., of Minneapolis, Minn.,
_. |Offer terms of sale that commend themselves, be=-
> -_| cause they cover just this point. Their terms read:
~| ¢¢Satisfaction guaranteed. Purchasers ordering our
_ ~|best grades may return them at our expense, if not
__>|found entirely satisfactory on receipt and examina=
tion, and the money that has been paid for seed and
freight will be promptly refunded.’’ Ofcourse, the
firm cannot make this offer for all grades of seed,
_ {| but they show their confidence in the quatity of their
==} STERLING brand and give a practical assurance to
buyers that these seeds are good. Such terms are
EVEN MORE LIBERAL than a specific guarantee,
gw because the firm takes the chances of meeting a
a very critical customer and having seed returned, not
because it is poor, but because the buyer thinks it
ought to be better.
The object of a guarantee is not so much to
secure the return of a few cents rebate in case
seeds are sold not quite up to the guaranteed
percentage, as to enlist the immediate financial in-
terest of the seedsman, and so assure to the buyer
_ the best the seller can furnish at the price. A
statement of quality in percentage is also desired,
- in order that buyers may know more exactly than
_ they can at present what the quality of theseed is.
Northrup, King & Co. define the terms choice,
“4 prime, etc.,as used in their catalogue, and so far
contribute much to the education of the farmer
in regard to the quality of seeds, but it would be
unsafe to say that their definition would apply to
a the seeds sold by another firm.
= We hope that other seedsmen wili prove their
Sees faith in their seeds by making similar terms for their
meee highest grades when they offer such.
A. J. PIETERS,
; In charge of Pure Seed Investigations, Department of
IN THE ‘‘MILL ROOM.’ : Agriculture, Washington, D.C,
32 NorTHRuP, KING & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
PRICES Grass, Clover and [lillet Seed.
Prices on Grass, Clover and Millet seeds are so fluctuating in value that itis impossible for any one to accu-
rately gauge future values. We have therefore decided to issue throughout the season, as frequently as market
conditions render it necessary, A SPECIAL RED FIGURE PRICE LIST which will keep our thousands of custo-
mets in touch with the actual value of seeds, and which tells THE PLAIN TRUTH ABOUT GRADES. We
shall not scatter these Special Red Figure price lists indiscriminately, but will proinptly mail a copy of same
upon receipt of a request for it, from those who wish to buy grass and clover seed. Remember a postal card will
always bring oneto you by return mail. Write us forit when you are ready to buy. For the benefit of those who
wish to order early we quote the prices that are in effect at the time of going to press with this catalogue, (Jan.
1st, 1903.) These prices will be maintained as long as possible, but we reserve the right to forward seed to the
value of the money sent us, according as the market is higher or lower. We wish to assure thosewho buy late in
the season and have not time to write us for prices that they willreceive fair treatment at our hands, and unless
otherwise advised we will reduce or add to the quantity ordered, sufficient seed to give valuefor the amount of
money remitted. Wecannot emphasize the fact too strongly to those who do not wish to buy now, that it isto
their advantage to write for our Special Red Figure Price List, and samples of our Sterling Grade of any variety
of seed they want. A very large percentage of our customers now purchase our Sterling Grades (sold in sealed
bags only) of grass, clover aud millet seeds exclusively, and will not have any other. They have found it to
their interest to pay a little morefor this grade and be absvlutely assured that theyare getting the very
best seed that money can buy anywhere at any price. Another facton which we wish to lay special emphasisis
this, if you are going to want our Sterling Grades of Grass, Clover or Millet seeds, do not delay too long in send-
ing us yourorder. For several years past we have been obliged to decline orders amounting to thousands of
dollars for our Sterling Grades, simply because we could not obtain sufficient seed of the right quality, for no
matter how scarce good seed may be, we never allow the high standard that we have set for our Sterne Grade
to deteriorate. Please note that we quote both by the bushel and hundred pounds. 25 1bs. or more supplied at
100 lb. rate. For any grass, clover or millet seed ordered sent by mail add 10 cents per pound for postage.
Remember that we are headquarters in the Northwest, for Vegetable, Field, Farm and Flower Seeds, and
carry the largest stock. Qur pricesinclude bags.
GRASS SHE DS--Leading: WVarieties.
Lbs. required Lbs. required
Soqut alone: avis ue no0aube som alow? EB Bal 100 Lbs
TIMOTHY, N., K. & Co.’s “Ster- MEADOW FESCUE. (English .
ling” (finest)...................... 10 .10 $2.70 $6.00 ‘Blue -Grass)o.2c- cee eee 24 .10 $1.05 $ 7.50
Choices eee cos coat eceeee enn ene er 09 zee) 14.90) ORCHARD GRASS. “Sterling” 22 .18 2.23 15.90
PPiMOVI shee hace ee fet. seth eee aes OS 2 LARA CHOCO i nn os sees Soe eee 24 .16 1.88 13.50
MP ALTy sf sores het o's op oeyeplemye os 2 eR Wisse Foe 14 .07 1.85 4.10 IPELM G2 -foc, eso ee ee Gee 28 .14 1.47 10.50
RED TOP. (Free from chaff) “Ster- AWNLESS BROME GRASS.
Ling? -2taccnmeseecnie sees sadeers ee Ort 10.00 (Bromus Inermis.) See page 36.
Choice (Free from chaff).......... 11 .10 8.50 BROMUS ERECTUS. The grand
Prime ‘ ‘6 ope. ISS) FOO 7.75 new grassfor sandy soils. See
Fair Se oo TE ORB ANC eeaicey 2.08 3.15 page 36.
Choice (in chaff)........ cecscesseeee 28 .08 .91 6.50 LAWN GRASS. N., K. & Co.’s
Prime és sctieeueleiiee ocsclecteap O06. 6204.40 “Sterling” Mixture.............. 60
Fair Bele nT otioeaseteteeeaels esseee O2 OF .55 3.90 N., K. & Co.’s Park Mixture.... 56> See pp. & and 8.
KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS : ow Good ae se 60
N., K. & Co.’s “‘Sterling”........... 20 .15 1.75 12.50 ENGLISH, or Perennial Rye
Fancy .... Re Cael Aloo ele so Grass... eosesee 24 09 .96 6.85
In Chaff, ist quality......000007. 30 108 .86 6.10 ITALIAN RYE GRASS....112.05) 24 108 1.01 7.15
In chaff,2d “|. cscs iep Ee OR 2573) 620
CANADIAN BLUE GRASS........ 28 10 1.18 8.40
CLOVERS.
WARNING.—It has developed that, owing to short yields ofclover seed in the United States, and the great
European demand, many American dealers in clover seed have been “SKINNING” their seed; thatis to say, run-
ning it over screens to take out the large, fine seed to ship to Europe (where they demand the finest grades) leay-
ing the small, half matured and foul seeds to market here.
Regardless of scarcity or price, we HOLD and ALWAYS WILL HOLD our. STERLING grade at the highest
level. Noseed will go out under that name thatis not of ABSOLUTELY KNOWN QUALITY. There are times
when we cannot supply our STERLING Grade of some varieties, and at such times we always so inform our cus-
tomers and promptly return the money. We were obliged to do this in a number of cases last year.
LOOK OUT, too, for SOUTHERN clover seed, which contains BUCKHORN, one of the moct vicious of weeds
TWIN BROTHER to MUSTARD and QUACK GRASS, and FULLY AS OBJECTIONABLE.
Bear in mind that values on grass and clover seeds fluctuate greatly, and that prices mentioned here are
those prevailing at the time this catalogue goes to press. Itis always best to write for prices. If wanted by mail,
add 10 cents a pound for postage. In ordering, always state grade wanted. 20 1bs. or more supplied at the 100 Ib.
rate, Bags included.
Lbs. required Lbs. required
per acre if per acre if
sownalone Lb, Bu. 4100 Lbs, sown alone Lb. Bu. 100 Lbs.
RED MAMMOTH. N., K.& Co.’s ALFALFA or LUCERNE. N., K,
COPIORILEN G2 siete tcpnivenctac since es 8 16 8.40 14.00 & Co.’s “STERLING” ............. 16 .20 $10.20 $17.00
CUONCC os iaiecoqcinwininn rcipioioinse’ctslaio<iejeip cleat ny Sending? CE OO CHOICE . 5... icc viccice sa ccwcueecteuuttacir il CammeiEe 9.00 15.00
PPM eats. caancete creme ede cecece er Or Lae Oe OOM © LOO Pim © Rosie ictewtes cuca eine lsashinctb ciate ere 7.80 13.00
RED MEDIUM. N., K. & Co.’s Turkestan: .....ccusi cc decstes cscs see eh te h.O0 SO.0D
CONTE RLING” ice cecwnstesocesece css jo) 26) AS 28 alS.S0 WHITE, N., K. & Co.”’S “STER-
UBD CCS (a et RO SR eS Sem a TE Sm eT Nd Wasi ie fy bs Bek” HC) BLING... ees sntn cots cok oe da nck Ge cee Write for
PVM te ee een eed O el ae G90" 11-50 Choice, J... 5. sevens. os coeds prices on
ALSIKE OR SWEDISH, N.,K. & Prime... ocs vc ce ccckbesscessne occas: see DIDO SHEI Rate
Co.’s “BTERLING’’,...cccccoccccceee & 20 11,04 18.40 SCARLET or CRIMSON, Choice... 20
OHGICEF CI sicnercris cwastivece ts deat LORS) YOS6i' 16.60 Prime .. .cnsh dp see ei cckee ces eae 20 Write for
Prime .... 12 16 7.80 13.00 BOKHARA.... 10 Prices
Mixed with Timothy, Write for samples and prices. SAINFOIN or ESPARCETTE..... 30
IMPORTED AND FPANCY GRASSES
If wanted by mail add 10 cents a pound for postage. 10 pounds or more supplied at the 100 Ib. rate.
Pounds required Pounds required
per acre if per acre if
sown alone. Lb. 100 Lbs. sown alone. Lb. 100 Lbs.
MEADOW FOX TAITL................. 18 $.30 $24.00 YELLOW OAT—(True.).............. 25 85 $58.00
SW EET VERNAL, Perennial,Rarely SHEEP BESCU EB. . oe vsces. cnescess suum 20 25 30.00
sown alone. With other grasses., 5 to 8 1.00 TALL. BPESODEDS< cc cs cccucs cucchsvusver pac 45 34.00
SWEET VERNAL. Annual......... 25 20 13.00 HARD” FUSOUR «5. cscs cove bie ks Gee 20 11.00
TALL MEADOW OAT............... 23 25 19.00 WOOD MEADOW GRASS.......... 20 50 41.00
ROUGH STALKED MEADOW.... 20 35 26.50
Prices Subject to Market Changes.
NORTHRUP, KinG & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 33
MILLETS 48> BROOM CORN.
ILLETS fluctuate greatly in value, and any price we might place
.on them at the time this catalogue is printed would, in the
present condition of the market,
{ leading.
When ready to buy, write us for prices, stating varieties
t
be apt to prove very mis- {
b
{ and quantities wanted, and we will maKe special prices based
| on their market worth.
GERMAN (Lrue Southern Grown Seed.)
aait)e7. Inthe North Millet is sown almost
MILLET. altogether for hay, and for that
purpose Southern grown seed is much
the best. It grows tal/er than does that from
Northern seed, and that means more hay. It
is finer than that from Northern seed, and that
means better hay. In fact, it is our judgment,
based on an experience of many years, that a
farmer had better, from the standpoint of profit
alone, pay $2.00 a bushel for true Southern
grown German Millet than to sow the best
Northern Millet as a gift. Millet seed produced
in the North, even from Southern seed, becomes
what we call Common Millet. Not only does
the plant change in character, becoming coarser
and much more dwarf, but the seed itself shows a
change, and is readily distinguished by those ex-
ferienced in handling it. We are led to make
this explanation from the fact that several houses -
in the Northwest make a practice of sending out
this Common Millet for German. Common Millet
being always cheaper, the house offering true Ger-
man Millet is ata disadvantage.
WE WISH TO SAY THAT ANY MILLET SEED OF-
FERED AND SHIPPED BY US AS GERMAN MILLET IS
TRUE SOUTHERN GROWN SEED, AND
THAT ONLY.
Write for Prices, Stating Quantity Wanted.
(
NEW @ 8 8 (Panicum Crus-galli Ma-
jor.) Entirely distinct from
Mice any other Millet. Grows high
MILLET. < (6 to 8 feet), stands remark-
ably well and yields enormous crops. This
grand new Millet is highly endorsed by experiment
stations, and we are inclined to believe that, as
soon as its merits become more generally known,
it will become the favorite and most largely used
variety. This variety is also erroneously known as
“Billion Dollar Grass.” Write for prices.
EARLY
FORTUNE
MILLET. *
rw
NORTHERN OR As stated above, Com-
mon Millet does not
COMMON MILLET.
MPM vicd as. muchshay: or
as good hay as the German (Southern Seed). It
is usually much cheaper than true German.
Write for Prices, Stating Quantity Wanted.
HUNGARIAN. (Dark Seed.) Many regard
this as being better even than
German Millet, as it is about one week earlier and
requires less moisture. The hay is fine and of
excellent feeding value.
Write for Prices, Stating Quantity Wanted.
A most promising new variety, of
which astonishing yields are re-
ported. It is very early, and it is
claimed to be rust proof, and that
chinch bugs will not eat the plant. The seed is
very beautiful and distinguished in appearance.
Write for Prices, Stating Quantity Wanted.
HOG OR BROOM This is grown for the same
¢ purposes for which the
CORN MILLET, * other Millets are sown,
but makes inferior hay unless cut very young. It,
however, yields, enormously of seed, even 60 to 70
bushels to the acre, and this seed is very advan-
tageously used for fattening swine and other stock,
and is of special value for this purpose in sections
where corn cannot be safely or cheaply grown.
Write for Prices, Stating Quantity Wanted.
SIBERIAN A new variety from Russia, earlier
MILLET. ® than either German Millet or
iii |), mulgarian, and ‘consequently very
valuable for the North, and yields remarkably. The
South Dakota Experiment Station pronounces it
“the most promising variety yet test-
ed.’’ The plant stools to a remarkable degree,
and is not subject to rust.
Write for Prices, Stating Quantity Wanted.
BROOM CORN Has of late attracted a good deal of attention, on account
of the high prices realized for the product; and, consid-
ering the importance of the crop, there seem to be comparatively few engaged in its culture.
Several
Minnesota farmers have been making a specialty of Broom Corn of late, and have done very well,
indeed, with it.
Our seed is Minnesota grown, and therefore adapted to the North.
NEW EVERGREEN BROOM COEN. The best variety for general cultivation on account of color and qua}-
ity of brush; brush of good length, and always of green appearance when ripe, never gets red and has no center
stalk, which isa most desirable point to broom corn raisers and manufacturers. Large pkt., 5c; lb., 20c, post-
paid. By express or freight, 10 lb., 50c3 100 1bs., $3.50.
EARLY JAPANESE BROOM CORN,
The earliest Broom Corn in existence;
matures in about 75 days
when planted late; has been planted on July 17 and ready to cut Oct.1. Large pkt., 5c; 1b., 20c, postpaid.
By express or freight. 10 ‘bs. 60c; 100 lba.. $3.75,
34 NortHRupP, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIis, MINN.
@covs STERLING CLOVER GRASS MIXTURES.
FOR MEADOWS AND PERMANENT PASTURES.
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Exhausting to the soil, since they live to agreatextenton different constituents. Second—Sea-
sons that affect some grasses adversely are Favorable to other sorts. So that with mixtures,
a failure is Practically Impossible, provided, of course, the seed is good. We take great pains
in selecting grass seeds, in order to secure Highest Germination, and our mixtures are based
on a full appreciation of the requirements of different soils for which they are intended.
“Very Economical.’’
Jae
Mr. A. H. POEHLER,
Treas. H. Poehler Co.
“The permanent pas-
ture mixture you made
up last Spring for forty
acres of our Renville
County farm made an
a excellent catch, and is
thick on the
tures as these are, in
the long run, very much
more economical and
profitable than the vari-
eties ordinarily used for
pastures in the North-
west.
Mr. J. STRUDWICK,
“The Best I Have Seen.’
The permanent pasture
mixture you made up for Mr.
Peavey’s Highcroft Farm hag
done splendidly. It was a
fine mixture and madea
good catch. During the six-
; teen years [have been inthis
‘country I have been tryingto
get such mixtures as areso
successful and permanent in
England. Yours is, by all
means, the best I have yet
seen. Yours truly,
J. STRUDWICK,
Wayzata, Minn.
Yours truly,
H. POEHLER Co.
Grain Commission,
Minneapolis.
SPECIAL NOTIGE! We ask purchasers to observe that we are able to offer, at these very low
' figures, only from the fact that we make up large quantities before the
commencement of the season, therefore nothing can be taken out. We cannot afford to add
anything to these mixtures, on account of the slight margin upon which we have figured. We
shall be happy, however, to make estimates on any special mixtures desired by our patrons.
Our recommendations for quantity to the acre is fixed on the basis of good, fair seeding. The
quantity can, of course, be spread over more or less ground, as the case may demand.
("25 Ibs. supplied at the 100 Ib. rate.
FOR PERMANENT MEADOWS.
Supt. Mr. F. H. Peavey’s
Highcroft Farm.
FOR PERMANENT PASTURES.
Lbs. peracre. Per 100 lbs.
Lbs, peracre. Perl00lbs. No.10. For high and dry grounds,
No.1. Fordry and high grounds, light ATS EE SOLUS seen aco bee ole te 24 $12.50
Yo) En Sewanee ee — ena apres cna 5 Bd $13.20 No.11. For high and dry grounds,
No.2. For dry and high grounds, heavy or clay soils............. 22 12.25
Stroug SOlsSra.- opcees oe casaeee 12.25 No. 12. For moist grounds & rich soil 20 12.75
No. 3. For moist grounds & rich soils.. 18 13.10 No.13. For top seeding to improve
No. 4. For moist grounds occasionally pasturageon low, rich ground
overiuoawed./.. SOLA. ..290% 11.70 OFAMATSRES oni i< ice woe myeuaees Rete 11.25
No.5. For orchards and shaded places 20 14.00 No.14. Fororchardsand shaded places 20 13.30
The above are mixtures we can ‘‘stand by.’’ Wecan make up lower priced mixtures if desired.
Don’t let the price stand in the way of your getting a good article. It is the cheap fake grass mix-
tures that have brought discredit on grass and clover mixtures in this country.
THE Clover and Timothy (‘STER- YOUR seeds have always given
THE BEST LING”) I got of you is the best seed CLEAN the very best of satisfaction,
I ever saw. I let a neighbor look at especially your “Sterling”
EVER it today and the result was I had to GRASS SEEDS Brands of Grass Seeds, which
are the best and cleanest I
I think yours is the best Seed House
H. C. CONSTANCE,
New Richmond, Wis.
order $10,00 worth for him right away;
enclosed find the money, have ever seen.
GEO. H. GORDON, in the Northwest.
Willow Creek, Mont.
NORTHRUP, KING & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN, 35
SLENDER WHEAT GRASS
(Agropyrum Tenerum.) A Grass for Alkali Lands.
Of Exceedingly Great Importance to Northwest- Resists Drought and Cold
ern Farmers.
Thrives Luxuriantly on Alkali Lands. Makes Early Pasturage.
This grass, commonly, but erroneously, called Wes-
tern Rye grass, is anative ofthe N. W. Canadian Proy- Makes Good Hay.
inces. One of our firm last season visiting Assiniboia
found that through that province and Manitoba it was E +
becoming a strong competitor with Bromus Inermis, Is asily Sown.
as it resists even greater extremes of drouth and cold.
Being a bunch grass it requires but one plowing to kill
it. It makes very early pasturage, and when wanted
for seed can be harvested and threshed as cheaply as
wheat. Theseed being quite heavy, it can be sown with Price per pound, postpaid, 30c; by freight or
any ordinary grain seeder. The hay is easily cured, and
the seed is much more casily cleaned than that of Bro- express, Ib., 20c; 100 Ibs., $14.00; 50 Ibs.,
mus Inermis. In addition to the above desirable supplied at the 100 Ib. rate.
qualities it HAS THE EXCEEDINGLY RARE AND
VALUABLE ONE OF THRIVING ON ALKALI LAND,
Sow 15 pounds to the acre.
ALFALFA.
“There is no State in the Union where Alfalfa
cannot be successfully grown.”
Five years ago we should not have ventured to quote the above
statement. Wenow believeit to be a true and reasonable assertion.
It is unnecessary to enterinto any argumentas to the value and de-
Sirability of Alfalfa. Everyone knows whatitis, and there is probably
-inot a farmer in the United States who would not like to have it grow-
. ing on his farm. PEM ET
Letus see ifyou cannot establish it on your farm.
1st. The presence of lime in some form, eitherin the soil or subsoil,
seems to be essential. Ifitis known that there is no lime in the soil,
~)' it should be applied as a top dressing, when the land is being plowed
preparatory to sowing the seed.
2nd. GOOD DRAINAGE IS NECESSARY, for an excess of surface
water soon rots out the roots.
3rd. Seed of proper origin is necessary. Almost all the experi-
ments that have been made with Alfalfa in the various states, both
by experiment stations and private individuals, have been made with
Utah Seed, and this, in our judgment, accounts for very many failures,
not because the seedis not good, for on the contraryit is usually of
most excellent quality, but becauseit is not suited to the conditions
existing in some localities.
Knowing the above to be true we offer the following growths of Alfalfa clover:
ALFALFA
PLANT.
TURKESTAN ALFALFA. Seed of this, collected by Prof. N. E. Hansen, of South
Dakota was disseminated by the Department of Agriculture several years ago and
the reports about it are very promising. Out of12reports received from North Da-
kota, 8 were favorable, reporting that it withstood the winters. One objection to
Turkestan seed is that it usually contains “‘dodder’”’, one of the most damaging of
weeds. Ourseed is of our own importation and is ‘“‘dodder free.” Lb., 50c, postpaid.
By freight, 100 Ibs., $35.00.
MONTANA GROWN ALFALFA. We have received from Montanaa quantity of
very choice seed, which we consider the best American grown seed we have ever
handled. This should be very much hardier than the Utah or the Kansas seed.
It is particularly large, bold and beautiful seed, and as it is now being produced
there in considerable quantities, we believe it will be but a short time before it will command the highest price
of any American grown Alfalfa. Lb., 30e, postpaid. By freight, 100 ibs., $16.00.
UTAH GROWN ALFALFA. Thisistheseed commonly soldin this country. First quality, lb., 30c, post-
paid. By freight, 100 lbs. $15.00.
Alfalfa Seed is This Season a Very Short Crop and Price Ruling High.
Demand is Very Heavy.
36 NorTHRuP, KING & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
B R O M U S [pee Defying, Frost Resisting. Yields enor-
mous crops of splendid hay and affords early and
N E = M i S abundant pasturage. It adapts itself to almost Every Con-
dition of soil and climate, and to any use to which grass
may be put, equaling in quality and rivaling in yield almost every other grass.
It is not an experiment. It is a thoroughly established success.
Our “‘Sterling”’ grade of this magnificent grass is unequaled for purity and high germ-
ination, and less seed of it is required to the acre than any other grade. From good seed,
good crops grow.
Mr. J. H. SHEPPERD, Professor of Agriculture,N.D.
Agriculural College, Fargo, writes us Nov. 15, 1899:
“As pasturage it is preferred to timothy by the
cattle, as shown by atrial, where it was fed off more
closely than timothy in the same pasture. It has the
advantage of being early and bcing green until late
in the fall. The fact that the Bromus Inermis resists
drouth better than other cultivated grasses, greatly
adds toits value in the Northwest. The eagerness
with which it is sought by stock leads me to believe
that itis ofas much value as timothy for hay and
pasturage, and that the hay is as valuable, ton for
ton.”
Mr. S. W. BEDFORD, Supt. of the Experimental
Farm at Brandon, Manitoba, writes us Nov. 9, 1899:
The Bromus Inermis has done exceedingly well
on the farm here, both on high and low land. Even
on our gravelly soil and the tops of hills it has given
us a fair return, while on the rich, alluvialsoil it has
yielded us a very heavy crop indeed, exceeding four
tons of dry hay to the acre during the past year. It
gives usa very much larger return than timothy,
and cattle prefer it to any other hay we have tested
here. Wehave tested its feeding value, both to dairy
cattle and for feeding steers, and find that it gives us
much better results than any other class of hay.”
PRICE. We offer three grades of Bromus Inermis, as follows: We supply 25 lbs. at the hundred pound rate.
Write for special prices on large quantity.
Our “STERLING" grade is the finest possible quality. Ourcollector writes us from Germany: “Inthis you
have the pickof this year’s crop.” Itis the best, purest, heaviest and strongest growing Bromus we have ever
seen. Only 15 lbs. of this grade required to the acre. By mail, postpaid,11b., 35¢e; by express or freight, 11b., 25e;
100 lbs., $15.00. Bags included.
CHOICE is pure seed but lighter in weight, and does not show quite as perfect germination. Lb., 30c; by ex-
press or freight, 11b., 20c; 109 1bs., $12.00. Bagsincluded. (20 lbs. required to the acre.) 2
PRIME isof good germination and weight, but mixed with seed of cheaper grasses. This is the grade
handled by many seed houses, but in the end does not give satisfaction. By mail postpaid, lb., 25c; by ex-
press or freight, lb., 15¢;1001lbs.,, $9.00. Bags included.
BRO M US ERECTU S. Lastyear we introduced this grass,
never before offered in Amer-
FOR POOR, LIGHT SOILS. ica, which we believe is going
to prove, IN ITS PARTICULAR FIELD, AS VALUABLE AS BROMUS INERMIS. It
closely resembles Bromus Inermis, but, unlike that grass, is suited for POOR,
LIGHT SOILS.
It resists any amount of burning heat, disappearing where permanent moisture of
the soilis a feature. Shade will also kill it off, while frost does not affect it, Dr. Stebler, of
the Experimental Station of Zurich, Switzerland, says: ‘‘For poor soilit is truly a blessing.”
Vilmorin, the noted agriculturist of France, states “That he owns land that he put to this grass
twenty years ago, and, although the lands have never been manured, the grass still stands
extremely well.”
While no grass can be recommended forsandy soils of hopelessly drifting character, Bromus
Erectus thrives extremely well onso poor soil that other grasses cannot exist. On poor, thin
soils it is extremely hardy, and remains for an indefinite period, affording large yields of
hay (as high as 414 tons to the acre are reported) and excellent pasturage. 90 Ibs. of seed re-
quired tothe acre. Our ‘*Sterling”’ grade by mail, postpaid, lb., 35e; by express or freight,
lb., 25e; 100 1bs., $18.00. Choice, lb., 30c, postpaid; by express or freight, at purchaser’s
expense, lb.,20c; 100 lbs., $16.00.
NorTHRuP, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 37
NORTHRUP, KING & ¢o.’S SELECT LIST OF
VEGETABLE SEEDS.
Valuable Free Premiums.
With orders for Vegetable or Flower
Seeds amounting to $1.00 or over, at the
prices named in this catalogue you may
makKe your own choice of three valuable
premiums offered on page 3. Donot fail
to taHhe advantage of this liberal offersand
be sure youmention by NUMBER the pre-e
mium wanted when SENDING ORDER.
This offer, while made with the special
object ofattracting new trace is cf course
ecpen alike to all our customers, old as
well as new.
(FF =: 3 by S : S
A CORNER OF OUR PRINTING OFFICE.
We operate, and keep employed on our work, exclusively, a thoroughly
equipped printing office.
SEED BAG FILLING MACHINE.
This ingenious machine fills and seals 30,000 packages a day and does
its work with absolute accuracy,
2 use and the market, with 115 illustrations.
— cloth bound, postage prepaid, $1.00.
B on vegetable gardening. It seems to contain every-
A WORD AS TO PRICES
ON VEGETABLE SEEDS.
Our prices on Vegetable Seeds are based
on the ordinary requirements of the Home
and Farm Garden.
Iarket Gardeners and others using large
quantities are invited to send us a list of
their requirements forour special prices.
PLEASE NOTE CAREFULLY THAT
We paythe postage and guarantee safe deliv-
ery of ail Seeds sent by mail.
If Vegetable Seeds are ordered to be sent by Ex-
press or Freight at purchaser’s expense:
Beduci 10c per lb. from postpaid prices on seeds
quoted by % 1b., 4% 1b. and 1 1b.
Beduct 5c per pint, 10c per quart on Corn.
Beductic per pint, lic per quart on Peas and
Beans.
Everything quoted by peck, bushel or i100 Ibs., is
delivered to any Express or Railroad office in Mp!s.
without charge for bags, boxes or cartage, the pur-
chaser paying the transportation charges as the
amounts usually charged for postage have been
deducted by us before making prices on these lots.
aa
Facsimile of Geld Medal awarded Northrup, King & Co., at the
ternational Exposition. The only Gold Medal awarded for seeds.
SSE
oe = = 2ar =_ SES 3
Gardening.
By Samuel B. Green,
Professor of Horticulture, University of Minn.
A manual onthe growing of vegetables for meme
Tice,
This is not only the latest but the very best book
thing relating to the farm
or market garden. The
information is presented so
clearly and systematically
that no time need be lost in
finding just what is want-
ed. itisfullof labor sav-
ing suggestions,and is up
to datein every particular.
/ Mailed to any address on
receipt of $1.00. If on receipt
and examination the book
is notfound in every way
satisfactory, it may be re-
turned and money paid for
same will be promptly re-
funded.
MR. S. B. GREEN.
38
An Important
NorTHRuUP, KING & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
Thing to Consider
OMPARING our prices on vegetable seeds, isthat we pay postage,
notonly on the more expensive and less bulHKy seeds quoted by
the pound, but on Beans, Peas and Corn by the pint and quart.
If vegetable seeds are ordered by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s
expense, deduct at the rate mentioned on page 37.
=——-
Owing to Crop Failure
V pLacK WAX IMPROVED PROLIFIC. Very early.
Pods round, full, stringless, fine quality. Pkt., 5c; 1b.,
2Bos qt., 50c; pk., $2.00.
BLACK WAX. Challenge. Extra strain of Dwarf
Black Wax. Pkt., 5c; lb., 25c¢; qt., 50c; pk., $2.00.
BLACK WAX. Currie’s Rust Proof. Flat pods.
Wery early and productive. Pkt., 5c; lb., 25c; qt., 50c;
pk., $1.75.
“ BURPEE’S NEW STRINGLESS. Green Pods. (New.)
Phe only stringless Green Pod in cultivation. Earlier
than the Red Valentine or Yellow Six Weeks. Pkt., 5c;
lb., 30c¢; qt., 50c; pk., $2.00.
DAVIS KIDNEY WAX. (New.)
tit¥Ct sort. Seed is entirely white, without eye. Pods
flat, long, white, straight and handsome. Very hardy
and productive. Valuable for market gardeners and
canners’ use. Valuable eitherin a green or dry state.
Pkt. 5¢; 1b., 3Ce; qt., 50c, pk., 2.00.
yf DETROIT WAX. An improved Golden Wax, and
less liableto rust. Pkt., 5e;lb., 25¢; qt., 50c; pk., $1.75.
GOLDEN EYE WAX. Veryearly. Free from rust.
Pods yellow, flat. Pkt., 5¢; lb., 25c; qt., 50c; pk., $1.75.
* GOLDEN WAX. (Improved.) Early, flat, yellow
pod, popular sort, Pkt.,5c;1b., 25e; qt., 50c; pk., $1.75.
PERFECTION WAX. Yellow, flat, stringless pods,
arly and more productive than Golden Wax. Pkt., 5c;
lb., 25¢; qt., 50c; pk., $2.00.
PINK EYE WAX. Early. Resembles Detroit Wax.
kt. , 5e; 1b., 25e; qt., 50c; pk., $2.00.
, REFUGEE WAX. Very productive; early.. For
éarly or late sowing. Pkt., 5¢;1b., 25c; qt., 50c; pk, $1.75.
Beans
An entirely dis--
ARTICHOKE SEED.
V.. (For Roots see page 67)
G
GREEN GLOBE, Grown for the un-
ripe flower heads, which are highly
esteemed by epicures. Large pkt.,
10c; 0z., 30¢e; % lb., $Oe.
_ ASPARAGUS SEED.
or Asparagus roots see pg. 67.)
COLUMBIAN MAMMOTH WHITE.
Gives immense yield of clear white
roots. A most distinct and valuable
variety. The shoots remain white,
without earthing or artificial blanch-
\ ing, as long as fitforuse,and it can
N\ be depended upon to give 80 to 90 per
“cent. of white plants from seed. Pkt.,
+ 5c; 0z., 10; 14 Ib., 30¢; Ib., $1.00.
i PALMETTO. Mammoth in size,
even and regular in growth and ap-
pearance. Usually ready for market
before other varieties. Pkt., 5e; oz.,
15c¢; 14 lb., 15¢;1b., 50c.
“ CONOVER’S COLOSSAL. A stand-
ard sort, color deep green, quality
first-class, spreads less than other
sorts. Yields from 15 to 30 sprouts
from a single plant. Pkt., 5e; oz., L0c;
Ylb., 15¢; lb., 40.
BARR’S MAMMOTH, Produces
very large stalks. Quality excellent
Pkt., 5e€; oz., 10¢; 144 1b., 15; lb., 50e.
Are Scarce and High.
WARDWELL'S KIDNEY WAX. Pure Wax Pods,
long, flat and not likely to rust. Pkt., 5¢;1lb., 30e; qt.,
60c; pk., $2.25.
yf YOSEMITE MAMMOTH WAX. A giant among
earns. The pods frequently reach a length of 10 inch-
es. They areofa rich golden color, tender and deli-
gious when cooked. Pkt., 5c; lb., 30c; qt., 60c; pk.,
“Oe
BEANS, DWARF or SNAP, Green Pod.
“BEST OF ALL. Early and ofsuperior quality. Pods,
hich are splashed with red, are round and fleshy.
Pkt., 5c; lb., 25e; qt., 50c; pk., $t.50.
BOSTON FAVORITE. (Goddard.) Pods green,
splashed with red. Pkt., 5e; lb., 25e¢; qt., 50c¢; pk., $1.60.
we CHINA RED EYE. Early. Continues longin bear
ing. Pkt.,5e; lb., 25e; qt., 50c; pk. $1.50.
EARLY MOHAWK. Can be planted earlier than
most beans on account of its hardiness. Pkt., 5c¢; Ib.,
25¢e; qt., 50e; pk. 50.
¥ EXTRA EARLY VALENTINE. (Round Pod.) Our
stock of this important variety is of the best. Under
favorable conditions pods are usually ready to pickin
about thirty-three days from germination. Largely
grown By Southern truckers. Pkt., 5c; lb., 25e; qt., 50e;
ke, $1.25.
EARLY LONG YELLOW SIX WEEKS. Full, flat,
green pods. Pkt.,5c;lb., 25¢; qt., 50c¢; pk., $1.25.
~ HORTICULTURAL. Pods full, green, splashed
With red. Pkt., 6c; 1b., 25; qt., 50c; pk., $1.25,
& REFUGEE. Extra Early. Two weeks earlier than
the late. Pkt., 5c; 1b., 20c; qt.,40e; pk., $1.25,
» REFUGEE. Late or 1000 to 1. The best pickling
Sort. Pkt., 5e3 lb., 20c;qt., 40c; pk., $1.95.
Our Packets of Beans Contain on an Average about 100 Seeds.
WRITE FOU SPECIAL PRICES ON LARGE
LOTS.
If by Express or Frelght at Purchaser’s Expense, Deduct 10c per Ib. or 15c per quart from above Prices.
NORTHRUP, KING & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 39
WE P AY POST AGE REMEMBER that our quart prices
* on Beans include PREPAYMENT
of POSTAGE BY US. If wanted by express or freight with other seeds, deduct
15 CENTS A QUART or 7 cents a pint. Pints supplied at
quart price. Peck and half bushels at bushel prices.
DWARF OR BUSH LIMA.
These easily rank as the most valuable vegetable introduction
of recent years. Those who have not grown the Dwarf Lima Beans,
should try them. No garden is complete, no table is properly sup-
,Plied without them. Pkt. Ot. 4bu.
y BURPER’S. Most popular sort. Seed large.............. 10c 60c $2.00
|AOREER’S? Fine flavor, thick, sweetand succulent....10 60 2.25
THORBURN or KUMERLE. Fine flavor................10 60 2.25
HENDERSON’S or SIEVA. Not equal in quality to pre-
V4 (O{a(6 hbal saree Oa Nr iC OHO TeNSE GEE SED Bal Ge DEA ea aero ae 5 50 200
| BEANS, POLE OR RUNNING.
“LARGE WHITE LIMA. Largely grown, highly es-
vf teenie (eile geeran to een es oes Ae oats ac een | 50 $1.60
y KING OF THE GARDEN LIMA. Best large, produc-
d CEES oo SL UR epee peer nai eral ocisiis snes atone Oy (GOr SL WS
‘DREER’S LIMA. Thick and fine quality, large........ 10 60 1.75
KENTUCKY WONDER. (Old Homestead.) Best
F variety for use ina green state. Enormously pro-
| ei dictive )) thie yi ee ene A Ace d. b BCO. LIS
LAZY WIFE. So named on account of the large num-
ber of pods it affords, making it easy to geta
ie SCR SUP Te ae TUT ia a tHe A LAE 8 EO OE) 6 6O 1.75
REASEBACK. (Early.) Pods light greenin
y suppl
|| WHITE C
color, stringless and of fine quality..................
GOLDEN CLUSTER WAX. Pods large, beautiful,
\ | d bight golden color; very productive; quality
y. EU ek Gee esata later erat eeral ster sasiecaicilaras bua tanbiaa sia leueatate
Wilt SCARLET RUNNER. Ornamental and useful. The
vine is graceful; flowers are ofa brilliant scarlet,
and the Beans are of an excellent quality, either
when shelled or ina dry state ........................5 5 40 1.50
FIELD BEANS.
It is to us a source of constant wender that Bean Growers, other-
wise intelligent, should plant mixed seed. A visitor to the com-
mission houses of any large city can see thousands of bushels of
Beans, clean, bright and of good sample, but badly mixed as to
variety. This always results ina loss to the grower, as any variety
of Beans in order to bring the highest market price must be straight
stock. Let us say, forexample, that straight Navy Beans are worth
$2.50 per bushel; Medium Beans, $2.25. Marrows, $2.15. If mixed with
each other they would sell ata discount of from 50cts. to $1.00 per
3 P bushel from these prices. Letusdoa little figuring and see what
NEW DWARF LIMA BEAN. farmers would gain by planting pure seed, taking 30 bushels per
One-half natural size. acre as acrop.
Additional price of 50c per bu., 30 bu., $15; Less extra cost, % bu. of seed, $1.00; Net gain $14.
Can farmers afford to lose $10.00 to $20.00 per acre when they can gain from one to two
thousand per cent. on the investment by planting pure seed?
# Pkt. Ot. Ru. 9° Pkt. Ot. Bu.
¥ CHOICE NAVY.................... 5e¢ 40€ $3.00 RED KIDNEY .................5¢ 50¢ $3.50
» ae MEDIUM................5 40 2.75 P BROWN or Swedish............5 50 3.25
gf Si MARROW.............:. 5 40 3.00 ENGLISH or Broad Windsor. 5 50 5.00
4 : A WONDERFUL WHITE FIELD BEAN.
THE CALIFORNIA WONDER, or IMPROVED TREE, is easily the heaviest yielding
Bean known. Itisa field variety. The seed resembles the well known “Navy,” and, on
account of its whiteness and
small size, commands the
highest price in all markets.
It has the additional merit of
being pure stock. Mixed
stock always sells at from 25
to 50 per cent. less than
straight stock. A few cents
extra expended on the seed
means many dollars in the
crop. 12 quarts of the Cali-
fornia Wonder Bean will
plant an acre. Price, large
kt., 10c; qt.,40c, postpaid.,
y express or freight, qt.20c;
eck, $1; bu., $3.50; 10bu. @E&
3.25. et AED CA
This engraving is from a photo-
graph taken by otrselves of a vine of
the California Wonder or Improved
Tree Bean, sent us by Emma Stone,of
3 Mora, Minn., which bore 156 pods, and
WY GSS SZ l gV@ which shelled out 864 beans, the pro-
SS = Ss duct of a SINGLE BEAN,
“ONE STORY GOOD ONLY UNTIL ANOTHER IS TOLD.”’ |
“Your CALIFORNIA WONDER Bean is the GREATEST YIELDER I HAVE EVER |
SEEN. I notice that Emma Stone grew 864 Beans from one single vine. I have just shelled
the Beans from ONE STALK and have 900 Beans. L. R. CROCKER, Minnesota.”
€
“ANOTHER COUNTY HEARD FROM.”
“Your CALIFORNIA WONDER Bean YIELDED ENORMOUSLY. I have selected three
of the best stalks and counted the beanson them. One gave 1,168, the second 982 and
the third $74, in all 3,024 matured beans from ONLY THREE BEANS PLANTED. This, I
think, will pretty nearly beat them all. L. O. MOLIN, Lewis Lake, Minn.”
40 NorTHRuP, KING & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
BEET. N., K.&C0.’S SELECTED STOCK.
Our packets of Beet contain on the average about 500 seeds,
One oz. sows 50 ft. of drill. 5 to 6 lbs. for an acre,
Earliness, Color, Form, Productiveness and
Quality are important points in vegetables—and
the lastfew years have marked very greatimprove-
ments in Beets. Each of the varieties shown in our
list hasits well defined place. Our beet seed we be-
| ! lieve tYbé unsurpassed for purity and excellence.
Wy \, eV EXTRA EARLY EGYPTIAN. The earliest sort.
Ly } Turnip shaped, small,symmetrical,deep blood color.
Pkt., 5c; oz., 7¢; 14 1lb., 20; 1b., 60c.
TURNIPog. BLOOD. ~ CROSBY’S EGYPTIAN. An
FS improved strain of Egyptian,
quite as early, but larger and
smoother. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c¢; 4
lb., 25¢3;11b., 75e.
ECLIPSE. Makes rapid
growth, Top small, quality fine,
larger than Egyptian, but notas
deep.a red in color. Pkt., 5c;
Ds “e314 1b., 20¢;11b., 60e.
EDMUND’S IMPROVED
LOOD TURNIP. A handsome,
clean, turnip-shaped blood beet.
Skia and flesh are of a deep
blood-red, sweet and tender in
quality, and unsurpassed for
solidity and keeping purposes.
The roots grow regular and are
of right marketable size. Tops
are small, allowing them to be
grown closely together. They
mature early, and
give every satisfac-
tion as a bunching.
sort. Pkt., 5¢3 0oz.,
10c; 41b., 20c;11b.
60c.
| i ; oR Sit
i) = eee all
y ‘ | 3 ‘
iy H = | : SU! wl
Vy., K. & CO’S MARKET GAR- AN: poe oe
DENER’S. Thisistheideal Beet © | NS A AN a (Ven yy
for market Gardeners and the : iiss ;
home garden, itis very symmetrical, S
with small tap root and butfew fibrous ©&
roots; color outside is deep blood-red; S
inside, layers of blood-red and light-red AS
alternately. When cooked they area beau-
tiful dark red throughout, fine grained and
unsurpassed in quality. At the age of
“Bassano” it is larger, while it continues
to grow until late in the fall, attaining a
large size, and making a good selling and
eating beet for winter. One sowing only
is necessary to produce early beets for
market and main crop for winter use.
/ Pt., 5c; 0oz., 10c3 %41b., 25ce311b, 65e.
VV ¥Y EARLY BLOOD TURNIP. Roots turnip
Bike 36 deep crimson, tender and sweet.
POEFEFHEEAEAFE EAS FEFEFES++EE+EF++F+EHEESE SEE ++E+ESE SEOs
I was in charge of the Ofter Tail County Exhibit at the State
Fair this year. Our county took first prize for the best exhibit
of vegetables, which were mostly grown from seeds obtained
rom your house. It affords me great pleasure to speak for their
high quality and the satisfaction they have always given in
our county. W. L. CHAPPELL, Fergus Falls, Minn.
PHHHH FHFFHHHHAFHFLEFFEFEFEFSEFEF&F&FFFF FEF +++ +OSS OHS.
PkKt., 5¢3 oz.) 7¢3 34 Ib.) Lbe3.1 Ib: 5 45c.
HALF-LONG BLOOD. This is rapidly
becoming a very popular sort, and will
probably produce more bushels from a
given area than any other sort, as it does
not occupy as much space in the row as
the turnip-shaped varieties. Pkt., 5e; oz,,
/8e€; 4 lb., 20; 1b., 60c, postpaid.
VA IMPROVED LONG BLOOD. One of the best and most popular table beets, especially for autumn and winter
use (our seed has been grown from selected roots, and we can recommend it asa superior stock). Pkt., 5e; oz., 8e;
Y1b., 15¢3 1 1b., 45e, postpaid. J
SWISS CHARD OR SILVER BEET.
~will be fit for use before them,
he whe shh rhe ae hh he he ate ate te sie at ote ote
itt
ie FOR MANGEL WU (STOCK FEEDING BEET), SEE PAGE 9.
Ht
i _ FOR SUGAR BEET (FINEST STRAINS), SEE PAGE Q.
SE a i i ee Hee ee i PES HR OR ME Se He Re hs Hh Sa PAR Ae AR ae a Se RE AE STR aR RRR ee ate ae
if by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Deduct 10c per Ib. from above Prices.
¥ _ Much superior to the common beet for greens, and if sown at the same time
Pkt., 5¢; o%., 8¢; 14 1b., 15¢;11b., 40¢e, postpaid.
¢ SRS YS SH Pe aR fe att ape ae SNe SHE ts aft abt ake at ake ate ate ape abe ae ake ae aR ake abt att aft at abe abs ate ate te
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NorTHRUP, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 4]
Northrup, King & Co.’s
STERLING BEET.
N this new Beet we offer our cus-
tomers a decided novelty. It is
as early as Eclipse, perfectly globe
shaped, with a single tap root, and of
the richest color of any of the
beets.
It is a splendid keeper, is not ex-
celled in yielding qualities by any
other sort, is exceedingly tender, fine
and sweet, and is unequaled for ta-
ble use.
Market gardeners will find our
STERLING a very profitable variety
to grow, as no other sort approaches
itin attractiveness. Exposed on the
market by the side of other beets, it
at once catches the eye of the cus-
tomer, and completely dwarfs in ap-
pearance all other sorts.
Large pkt., 10c; 0z., 15¢e; % Ib.,
25¢e; Ib., 75c, postpaid. N.. Ke. & Cows Sterling Beet.
~
In our customers’ interest we desire to call special attention to Borecole (Kale), Broccoli and Brussels
Sprouts. These are highly valued in all European countries. They are found on the seed orders of those who
{ come to America from across the water, but all of them are not generally appreciated here. There are un- t
4 doubtedly thousands and thousands of native born Americans who have never tried them and do not know t
b
what palatable and nutritious vegetables they are. Borecole or Kaleis very largely grown in the South,as
high as 250,000 barrels being shipped in a single season from Norfalk, Va. In the North, however, it is not ex-
tensively grown. ,It should, however, be in every garden for “‘greens.”
BORECOLE¥ DWARF GERIIAN KALE.—German Greens or Sprouts. (Dwarf Curled Scotch
“OR KALE. §&ale-) This is more hardy than Cabbage and makes excellent greens for winter
————_andspring use. The leaves are curly, bright green, very tender and delicate in
flavor. Sow seed in May or June, transplant in July, and cultivate same as Cabbage. For early
spring use, sow in September; protect over winter with a covering of straw or litter. Pkt., 5e;
on fe: 14 \b., 25e; 1b., T0e, postpaid. y
ALL GREEN CURLED SCOTCH. This makes a beautiful plant, about
two and a half feet tall, with densely curled, dark green leaves in abundance.
Pkt., Se; oz., 10ce; 14 lb., 20e; Ib.,
60c, postpaid.
x DWARF PURPLE KALE. Very
hardy. Pkt., 5c; 0z., 10¢; 14 1b., 30¢e;
lb., 9Oc, postpaid.
® BROCCOLI. Forms heads very
likea cauliflower, but much hardier.
Our Snow White we consider the
best and earliest. Pkt., 5c; 0z., 25e;
Y4 Ib., 75e; 1b., $2.75, postpaid.
‘BRUSSELS SPROUTS. The stem,
which usually grows about 20 in. to
2 ft.in height,is covered with “mini=
ature cabbages’’ which may be boiled
like cabbage or cooked in cream
- like cauliflower. They are by all
means the most delicious and deli=
cately flavored of the cabbage fam-
ily. Cultivate same as cabbage. Im=
proved Dwarf is the best variety. On ,
nus ns pends ere very closely, “5s =
‘ and quality the finest. Pkt., 5e; oz.
BROCCOLI. ‘‘Snow White.”* 15¢; 44 Ib., 45e., 1b., $1.50, postpaid. Cau ae eee
lf by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Beduct 10c per Ib. from above Prices.
SS
42 Re NORTHRUP, KING & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
x... Washington Wakefield Cabbage.
‘‘First im Head; First im Market; First in the Hearts of Gardeners.’’
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WASHINGTON WAKEFIELD CABBAGE. (Early). Weintroduced this cabbage in 1893, at which time our
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stock was limited. We received so many letters of praise and congratulation regarding it, that it seemed as
though everyone who tried it must have written to make known their satisfaction. All Gardeners are so familiar
with the Wakefield Cabbages that description is unnecessary. A
ington Wakefield. It is fully as early as any other strain of Wakefield Cabbage and double the size.
The engraving shows the character of the Wash-
No other
stock equals itin EARLINESS, SIZE OF HEAD and PURITY OF STOCK. Large pkt., 15c; oz., s0c; %4 Ib.,
1.00; Lb., $3.00.
No other cabbage of which we have knowledge has aroused such enthusiasm among cabbage experts as has
CUSTOMERS SAY ABOUT IT.
our Washington Wakefield.
WHAT OUR
“Two Weeks Earlier than Lightning
or Express.”
In 1897 Angus McDowell, of Wausaukee,
Wis., wrote us: “Your Washington eee
beats anything I ever saw in the cabbage line.
I sold some sixty-five days after planting
the seed. The heads averaged 4% lbs. each,
and this with very little care. It will here-
after be my early and principal cabbage.” In
1893 he writes: “Your Washington Wakefield
and Harvest Home are the two best cabbages
that grow. The Washington Wakefield was
two weeks earlier than the Lightning or Ex-
press, and heads as hard as the late sorts. Out
of 972 plants of the Harvest Home that I set out
Srom a single packet of seed not one plant failed
to head. Any gardener giving your seeds a
trial will surely order of you again.”
“The Surest Header.”
“Your Washington Wakefield Cabbage is the
surest header, and has the largest heads of
any early cabbage I ever handled. Your
Model Caulifiower surpasses everything I have
ever had.” HENRY JOHNSTON,
Monarch, Mont.
“Surpassed Any Other Variety.”
“T want to let you know that the Washting-
ton Wakefield Cabbage surpassed any other
variety of early cabbage we had here. We
took the first to market July 15th. Receive my
most sincere respécts in promising you my
full order for seeds next year.
JOHN ABLE, Schofield, Wis.
“Best I Ever Raised.”
“Your Washington Wakefield Cabbage is the
best I ever raised, . O. JOHNSON,
Holeomb, Neb.
“Had Cabbage July 10th.”
‘I purchased Washington Wakefield Qab-
bage of you last season, and had good large
heads by July 10th. I raised 1100 of them and
can recommend this variety as being extreme-
ly early. J. H. HaARrRison, Rook Lake. N. D.
“The Surest Header.”
“Your seeds haye my highest endorsement.
The Washington Wakefield Cabbage is the
surest header of any large cabbage I have eyer
tried in this State. Lhave always made it a
special object to raise a good garden,and from
childhood up_I have worked in the garden
more or less. JT believe that most of my neigh-
bors use your seeds, or have this season.
you wish to refer to anyone here you can use
myname. This ranch is noted all over for its
always good garden. ELMER E. CRAWFORD,
Mer. Bloomington Land and Live Stock Co.,
Shawmut, Mont.
“All the Merits You Claim for It.’’
“Your Washington Wakefield Cabbage has
all the merits you claim for it. None suits us
for early use except Washington Wakefield.
It makes heads, and good ones, with such a
small amount of rain.
Mrs. ExLtA BLUME, Lindell, Kan.
“Never Had Better.”
“T never had earlier or better cabbage than
your Washington Wakefield. If I live to plant
another year, I shall plant this variety.”
Mus. GEO. Sports, Glen Moore, Pa.
“Fine.”’
“Your Washington Wakefield Oabbage was
fine. Anyone giving your seeds a trial will
surely order of you again.”
Mrs. J. M. Byers, Olden, Mo.
“In June.”
“Your Washington Wakefield Cabbage gave
us heads ready for the table in June,”
J.C. Erckek, Armbrust, Pa,
“A Perfect Success.”
“Your Washington Wakefield Cabbage is the
only kind that has proven a perfect success
with us.” Ins. D. M. PaAppock,
Hogan, Mont,
“Cannot be Beaten.”
“Your Washington Wakefield Cabbage can-
not be beaten and your Model Cauliflower is
the best we have ever had.
Mus. D. M. PAppock, Hogan, Mont.
“So Solid, So Early.’’
“Your Washington Wakefield Cabbage is
fine. Such fine, large heads, so solid and so
so early. Z. JOHNSTON, Holt, Mont.
“The Earliest.”
“Your Washington Wakefield Cabbage is the
earliest I have ever raised. Your arvest
Home and Holland Cabbage the best late sorts
T have ever seen. Your seeds ripen earlier
here than any others.”
G. SWANSON, Hayward, Wis.
“Grand.”
“Your Washington Wakefield Cabbage is
simply grand and yn ee
F. E. Isaac, Canby, N. D.
“Fine.”
“Your Washington Wakefield Cabbage was
very fine. Market Gardeners’ Beet first-class,
and the Mastodon Carrot the greatest I ever
saw in size and quality. Model Cauliflower
fine. Klondike Water Melon splendid and
very early.” JOHN CHENEY, Baker, Idaho,
“Very Early and Fine.”
“Year before Jast_ in Garden Valley, with
your Washington Wakefield Cabbage, t had
cabbage 20 days before anyone else. The
sprouts from the stubs left inthe ground last
fall gave me some very fine heads 14 da
ahead of anyone else in tLe Valley. Thad ca
bage this year before anyone alse from your
Washington Wakefield, and I also raised the
finest cabbage from your All Seasons of any-
one in the Valley.” A. L. MCLAUGELIN
Dayton, Wash,
“Never Saw Finer.”
“Never,saw finer cabbage than your Wash-
ington Wakefield.
0. H. Muxpxy, aenesee, Idaho,
If by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Deduct 100 per Ib. from above Prices.
®
NortHRup, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 43
Northrup, Hing @ Co ’s
|} Harvest Home
Cabbage. Late.
We have yet to see the Cabbage of
Equal Quality that will yield aslargea
weight from a given area as the Harvest
Home. Wehave yet to see the Cabbage
that will equal it in Reliability of Head-
ing, Uniformity of Size and Solidity of
Head. We unhesitatingly recommend it
to any one desiring the best Cabbage for
FPalland Winter keeping or Kraut making.
Pkt.,10c; oz., 20c; 41b., 60c; lb., $2.00.
ae’
*“No Crop Failures Now.’?®
I have come to the conclusion that
yours are the best all around seeds that I
have ever sowed. One thing is sure. I
have had less failures since [had your
seeds than before, and last year I planted
some thirty acres to garden.
Iwent through your seed house last
week, and everyone seemed to be so busy
I did not ask any one to show me around,
but went around myself, and I guess I
saw most ofit. It is a great establish-
ment and there are an awful pile of seeds,
and I hope your business willkeep grow-
ing, for Northern Grown Seeds are the
hing. FRANK T. PHILLIPS,
Field of Northrup, King & Co.’s Harvest Home Cabbage. Box 59, New Richmond, Wis.
Y : ees 2 eee oe
HOLLAND GABBAGE: : -
(Genuine Danish Grown Stock)
Most Remarkable Late Cab-
bage yet produced. Heads
Hard and Solid—Fine grain-
ed and Tender. Entirely
Distinct in Color.
In some important partic-
ularsthisis the most remark-
able Cabbage yet produced.
In fact, it well illustrates the
truth that ‘merit will win,”
in that while it was intro-
duced only about five years
ago, it has already become
the favorite sort with those
who have had the true stock.
The heads, which are very
solid and deep, are of medium
size, averaging about 8 lbs.
in weight; in color, they are
entirely distinct; in point of
quality they have no supe-
rior, and they keep better
than any other sort, the heads
being as solid and perfect
when taken up in the spring
as when put away in the fall.
At that time no cabbage will
sell beside them,even at one-
half the price. Large pkt.,
10e; oz., 30c; %1b., 75c; Ib.,’
$2.50.
sd
Mr. B. L.. Grant, of Hudson
Wis., writes: I am very pleased with
your stock of Holland Cabbage. The
seed for eight acres was from you;
that for four acres was from another
firm. Yours was splendid. The Cab-
bage on the other four acres was not
good and they rotted very badly. L
regard the Holland as the coming
Cabbage, Shall plant twenty acres of
it next year, and shall want your seed
exclusively.
Inthe past twelve years I find I ;
have bought from your house over
3,000lbs. of Onion seed, large quanti-
ties of Cabbage and other seeds. and
they have always proven uniformly
good, both as respects purity of stock
and strong germination.
if by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Deduct 10c per Ib. from above Prices.
44 NorTHRuP, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
USINESS is not all pleasure, but it has its com-
pensations in such expressions as are con-
tained in the following letter voluntarily sent us
by Mr. W. W. Pendergast, President of the
Minnesota State Horticultural Society;
Hutchinson, Minn., October 5th, 1902.
“T have depended mainly on your house for seeds
and plants for the past ten years, and found everything
satisfactory and of the highest quality. Honesty and
fair dealing have been the undeviating rule and your
seeds, unless otherwise specified, have been adapted to
the wants of the Northwest. When you say a plantis
iron-clad, it will prove hardy even in this trying climate.
Yours very truly, W. W. PENDERGAST.
CABBAGE.
Field of N., K. & Co.’s Selected Late Flat Dutch
Cabbage Grown at the Minnesota State Farm
Standard Varieties.
EXPRESS. The earliest of all.
i EARLY JERSEY WAKEFIELD. Heads are very
hard, compact, solid and conical in shape. Few outside
leaves. We do notadmit that our stock has any su-
perior except the Washington Wakefield. Pkt., 5¢; oz.
25e; % lb., 60c; 1b., $2.00.
» CHARLESTON WAKEFIELD. A large and super-
for strain of the Jersey Wakefield. Pkt., 5c; oz., 300;
Y% by V5e; 1b., $2.75.
EARLY WINNIGSTADT. Veryearly. Willgrowa
h¥rd head under circumstances where most sorts
would fail. Heads regular,conical, very hard, and keep
well both summer and winter. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15¢; % lb.,
40¢; lb.,$1.25.
y ALLHEAD EARLY, The characteristics of this
Splendid new cabbage can be summarized in a few
Small solid heads,
fine quality. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15¢; 4 Ib., 35e; 1b., $1.25.
wSUREHEAD. (Main Crop.) Large, round, flattened
heads, remarkable for its certainty to head; one of the
best varieties for main crop. Pkt.,5e; oz.,15e; ‘4 1b.;
50€; Ib., $1.75.
» EARLY YORK. Largely grown for early use. Pkt.,
5e; 6z.,15e; % lb., 40e; 1b., $1.25. :
SUCCESSION. About a week later than the early
Summer, but double the size, fit for exhibition; sure
header. Pkt., 5¢; oz., 20c; 4 lb., 60; Ib., $2.00,
tl’ ALL SEASONS. A fine second early; attains a large
size. Pkt, 5¢; oz., 15¢; 14 1b., 50c; 1b., $1.60.
& LARGE LATE DRUMHEAD. Main crop; winter.
Pkt., 5¢; oz., 15¢e; 4 Ib., 50c; Ib., $1.75.
words: Earliness, large size, uniformity, great pro- - DRUMHEAD SAVOY. Fine quality. Pkt., 5¢; oz.,
ductiveness, excellent quality, and its usefulness as an i ce; % lb., 40; Ib., $1.50. A
all-the-year-round Cabbage. Pkt., 5c; 0z.,20;4%1b.75; &° ROOK RED. Best Red sort. Much used for pick-
lb., $2.50. fing. Pkt., 5c; 0z.,15; 4 lb., 50e; lb., $1.50.
#
¥ HENDERSON’S EARLY SUMMER. Deservedly popular with
market gardeners throughout the country. It forms large, solid,
round, flattened, compact heads of excellent quality. The heads
average over double the size of the Jersey Wakefield, while it ma-
inres omy tenor twelve days later. Pkt., 5c; 0z., 150; 14 Ib., 50¢;
Ib.; $1.75,
» NORTHRUP, KING & CO.’S SELECTED LATE FLAT DUTCH,
A low growing variety, heads large, bluish green, round, solid,
road and flat on the top; an excellent fall and winter variety, and
a good keeper. Itisa sure header. Our stock has been grown from
carefully selected heads, and we consider it superior to any other
strain of Flat Dutch Cabbage onthe market. Large pkt.,5e; 0z.,15¢;
\% |b., 50e; Ib., $1.75.
ow AUTUMN KING or WORLD-BEATER. An extremely large
and solid heading variety, well suited for fall and winter; leaves
are dark bluish green which grow closely around the heads which
are somewhat flattened, Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; \% Ib., 60c; Ib., $2.25.
If by Express or Frelght at Purchaser’s Expense, Deduct
10c per Ib. from above Prices.
Karly Jersey Wakefield.
NortTHRuP, KiNG, & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 45
CF1
Our packets of Carrot contain on the av=
erage about 6,000 seeds. One ounce will
sow One Hundred Feet of Drill, 3 to 4
pounds for one acre.
OXHEART or GUERANDE
y Early Scarlet Horn Danver’s Half Long
EARLY FRENCH FORCING. The earliest variety, largely grown for forcing
purposes; globular shaped root of an orange red color. Pkt., 5¢; oz., 10c; 4 lb.
25e; lb., 80c, postpaid.
& EARLY SCARLET, or SHORT HORN. One of the most popular varieties
Beer color deep orange; one of the best for table use. Pkt. 5c; oz., 10¢; 4 lb.
20¢;1b., 75e, postpaid.
oe or GUERANDE. This fine and very popular Carrot is intermedi-
¥ ate as to length between the half long varie-
ties (such as Danver’s) and the Scarlet Horn
Carrots, but much thicker than the latter,
being at the top from four to five inches in
diameter. Flesh, bright orange, fine grained
and sweet. Itis of very fine quality for table
use, and equally good for stock. Where other :
sorts require digging, Oxheart can be easily Improved Long Orange
pulled, making it a particularly desirable sort for soils so stiff and hard that
other sorts do not do well. Pkt., 5c; 0z., 10¢; % lb., 20c; lb., 75e, postpaid.
»» CHANTENAY. As a table variety it is first-class; in shapeitis larger
than the Scarlet Horn, and also broader at the shoulder. The fiesh'is of a
beautiful, rich, orange color, and of the finest quality; itis medium early,
with smalltops. Rootstaper slightly but are uniformly stumprooted. Gives
great satisfaction in both the market and private garden. Pkt., 5c; o0z., 10c; \
WAb., «0c; 1b., 75e, postpaid.
' IMPROVED DANVER'S HALF LONG. A first-class Carrot for all soils;
in form midway between the Long Orange and the Short Horn. The rootis
of a rich, dark orange color and grows very smooth and handsome; twenty to
thirty tons per acre not being an unusual crop. Pkt., 5¢; oz., 10c; % lb., 20c;
lb., 70c, postpaid.
% IMPROVED LONG ORANGE. A well known standard sort, roots long,
thickest near the crown, tapering regularly toa point; color, deeporange;
suitable for the table and main field crop. Pkt., 5¢; oz.,10c; % lb., 20c; Ib.,
65c, postpaid.
FOR STOCK FEEDING CARROTS SEE PAGE 10.
Our MASTODON (white) and VICTORIA (yellow) lead all other
varieties. They are of IDEAL SHAPE, EASILY LIFTED FROM
THE GROUND, FINE IN QUALITY and ENORMOUSLY PRO=
Chantenay DUCTIVE.
if by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense deduct 10c per pound from above prices.
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46 NorTHRuP, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
ga ae KING & CO.'S
Model Gauliflower.
Report of Cauliflower
test from Michigan Agri-
cultural College: ‘*MOD-
EL CAULIFLOWER the best
of 12 varieties grown. Heads
were large, compactand glisten-
ing white. Ripens before the
Early Dwarf Erfurt.’?
One Oz. of Seed will Produce 1000 Planta.
Several years ago we re-
ceived from Denmark a sam-
ple of cauliflower; the letter
accompanying it claimed it
to be of a superior strain.
We planted this in our trial
grounds, and, after compar-
ing it with all other early
varieties, there remained
no room for doubt but
that if was fouls capt to
e called the best cauliflower
Northrup, King & Co.’s ‘Model Cauliflower.”’ on the grounds; the very ear-
liest sort, while in solidity of
head and purity of color we
**Your Model Cauliflower is the best in the world, and I had seed from several firms. I had Cab-
bage and Cauliflower in market before any one else, and that is saying a good deal.’” have never seen itsequal. It
WILLARD GOOD, Sundance, Wyo. is the best for early plant-
Mh a so a ing; best also for late plant-
ing, on account of its close growing habit, which allows many more plants to be grown on a given area than of
the late spreading sorts. Pkt., 20c3 % oz., $1.25; oz., $2.00 " VWlb., $7.00; 1b., $25.00. Try the Model Cauliflower.
© HENDERSON’S SNOWBALL. Excellent for both @ EARLY ERFURT. The true “Erfurt” strain, but
early and late planting. Grown from stock seed ob- not quite soearly asthe Extra Early. Pkt., 10c; oz.,
tained from originators. Equal to any strain of W5e3 1b., $7.00.
“Snowhall’’ on the market. Pkt., 15¢; % 0z.,60e; % * WALCHEREN. V lat hardy. +» L0c;
Y. aX" Rg b e fines ? : r i - “
strain procurahble.- Short stem. very fine stock. Pkt. 4 AUTUMN GIANT. Large,late. Pkt.,10c; oz., 35ce3
15¢: % 02, 15€; 02, 1.25; 14 1b., $5.00; 1b., $15.00. 914 Ib., $1.00.
CELERY, ETC.
Our Packets of Celery Contain on the average about 6,000 Seeds.—One Oz. of Seed will produce about 3,000 Plants.
GOLDEN SELF-BLANCHING—N,., K. & Co.’s Private Stock. This is the finest and purest stock of
this noted celery to be obtained. Theseed was saved at great expense from plants grown un-
der such conditions of soil and climate as to make the product especially fine. Large pkt.,
10¢; 02., 50c¢; 44 1b., $1.50; 1b., $5.00.
ms Large pkt. Oz. %41b. Lb.
| GOLDEN SELF-BLANCH-
yg ING. Regular stock. Sol-
id, resembling White
Plume,exceptitis arich
golden yellow. Without
banking or any covering
it assumes a beautiful
Poldenicoloree eee 5 20 Y5 $2.75
KALAMAZOO. Named
* and introduced by usin
1858, and we have never
seen abetter celery since
that time, when we sent
it out asthe best celery
grown. Notaself-blanch-
ing variety, but well re-
ays the slight extra la-
or in treatingit. Per-
fectly solid, beautiful
cream color, crisp and
nutty in flavor............ 10 30 75 2.76
wy HENDERSON’S WHITE
PLUME. Handsome,self-
blanching sort, of very
easy cultivation, crisp.
The earliest known....., 5 15 50 1.50
PERFECTION HA RT-
3 WELL. Finest and larg-
est of winter varieties... 5 15 40 1.25
DWARF GOLDEN
HEART. Well known
popular variety, excel-
lent Keepers) i.c,1..-) © LS 40 1.25
GIANT PASCAL, A large
© growing sort,of superior
flavor. Excellent for late
y
GOLDEN 2 @
SELF 22 o@a
BLANCHING—
N., KH. @ CO.’S
© PRIVATE ¥
WY STOCK Yv¥
use. Easily blanched... 5 15 40 1.25 : Large pkt. Oz. %4lb. Lb.
. PINK PLUME. One of the best of the red celeries. Of fine table quality and excellent keeper... 5 15 60 $2.00
w TUBEROUS ROOTED. Roots Cdible.i.c ccc. cc ccc cece cee e ee cece ene ween eee teen teen eens cece cece es sees ee 56 10 35 1.00
» CELERAIC. (Turnip Rooted Celery.) Large Erfurt. Roots large, smooth, excellent flavor.... 5 10 35 1.25
CHERVIL. Curled. For flavoring and garnishing..........0.0ccccsseeeeeerteessereceesceeesessseesees 5 10 20 60
\, CHICORY. Large Rooted. The rootsare much used for COffEE..... 6... eee eee ee ee eee eee tet eee 5 15 40
MCOLLARDS. -Truae Georp ies. 75 ii. etic g oink ipeeg auc senate cleulbaltcpictan saiararere/<cteleles alnib Ciuis ittes vi ko eee 56 15 40
CORN SALAD or Fetticus. Large Round Leaved., ............ cc cece eee eee ee tee eee ene ee newer nes 3 4 ie +
GRESS, Curled or Pepper sic eiscics ssos coca scihaiwsibin os vlaciieaaaenasnietiecken cries aap curs si reie sit vit teal anon naan
‘TRUE WATER CRESS........... “is 5 30 80 3.00
\f by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Deduct 10c per |
si Norturup, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 47
NORTHRUP, KING & CO’S
SENSATIONAL NEW SWEET CORN
“PEEP O’ DAY.”
Ten Days Earlier than Any Other Variety.
HAT product of the garden is so eagerly
awaited as the first Sweet Corn of the sea-
son?—not the tasteless, discouraged, premature
corn, Shipped from long distances, worthless
when picked and unfit for human food when it
arrives, but the real, tender, juicy, SWEETCORN
ready for use before the summer has really com-
menced. Sucha Sweet Corn is Northrup, King
& Co.’s Peep o’ Day. Read the following re-
markable statement made by J. W. Gray, of
Trempealeau, Wisconsin.
“The ‘Peep 0’ Day’ Sweet Corn i had of you
last Spring gave me corn fit forthe table
JUNE 25TH. Isaved seed from that crop
and raised a second crop, and saved seed
from the second crop for next year’s plant-
ing.
Other characteristics of the Peep 0’ Dayin ad-
dition toitsextremeearliness areits extraordina-
ry tenderness, and sweetness, surpassing in these
particulars any other Sweet Corn. Few of the
early varieties are as sweet as the Late or Ever-
green sorts, not so with the PEEP O’ DAY. Itis
the sweetest corn of which we have knowledge.
We do not know why this is so—simply that it
is so.
Many of our customers who have teen in the
: z : habit of planting several varieties for a succes-
ee = : so sion now plant Peep o’ Day alone, making their
5, sa plantings a few days apart so as to have this de-
; licious corn for their table throughout the entire
sweet corn season.
Another point of merit in the “Peep 0’ Day” is the size of the cob—it is delicate and dainty, just right to han-
dle atthe table. Ladies who like sweet corn willno longer be obliged to hide their lovely features behind an
unsightly cob of corn while securing the succulent kernels.
No Market Gardener can afford to be without Peep o’ Day. It willprove the best money maker in ANY
garden, as the earliest corn always commands the highest prices. Gardeners can also realize a large return on
their investment by selling to their neighbors any surplus seed they may have and are disposed to part with.
BOYS, here is a chance to make money. Get anacre or half acreor vacant lot and convert it into a sweet
cornfarm. You will be surprised to find how many peopleinevery town and city are really hungry for good
sweet corn, and how gladly they will buy itfrom you. Itisnotan unusualthing to take several hundred dol-
lars from an acre of sweet corn.
‘ ‘ 6 D The ears of Peep 0’ Day corn average about 6 inches in length
Description and Cultivation: and are perfectin form. In habit of growth Peepo’ Dayis =
distinct. The stalks grow from3to4feet in height, 3 to 5 ears on the stalk. The stalks being so small they
may be allowed to stand very closely together. The seed may be planted eitherin hills orin rows. If the form-
er, plant 6 or7 kernels ina hill, later thinning out so asto leave 4 piants to each hill. If in rows and not in
hills, drop the seed about 6inches apart and (if planted early) cover aboutl inch deep. Later plantings should
be putin deeper. Eight to 10 quarts will plant an acre. .
PRICE, Large Packet 10 cts.; Pound 30 cts.; Quart 50cts.;2 Quarts 90cts.; by mail postage paid. By express
or freight, qt.,40e; 2qts., 70c; peck $1.75; one-half bushel $3.00; bushel $5.00; two bushels $8.00.
What Those Who Have Tried N., K. & Co.’s “Peep 0’ Day” Say About It.
**Ahead.’’
Your PEEP 0’ Day Sweet Corn gave me good
ears of the best flavored and sweetesi very ear-
ly corn that I have ever been abie to get. I
shall plant it again. It is far ahead of the
Cory in earliness and sweetness ”
Rost. W. CuRTIs, Stratford, Conn.
““Much Pleased.’’
“T am very much pleased with your PEEP O
Day Sweet Corn. Itis all right.” _ ae
RICHARD GOLDSCHMIDT, Swiss, Wis.
“‘A Week Earlier,’’
“Every seed of the PEEP 0’ Day Sweet Corn
came up. It was a week earlier than any other.
The stalks had more well-filled ears than any
other variety I have ever tried.”
Mrs. JULIA MCNAUGHTON, Aberdeen, S. D.
“‘Fine.’’
“Your PEEP 0’ Day was fine in every way.
You will get a larger order from me another
year.” BELLE BARTLETT, Watertown, S. D.
“‘The Delight of My Garden.’’
“The delight of my garden this summer was.
the PEEP 0’ Day Corn I received from you.
Notwithstandinz the drouth it grew profuse-
ly. It outdid anything Ieversaw. I hope not
to be without it again. It reminded me of
your illustration as I would visit it each day,”
Mrs. 8. J. AuGustus, Cando, N. D.
‘‘Rarliest of the Year.’’
“PEEP 0’ Day Sweet Corn was the earliest
corn of the year;ahead of either Cory or White
Cob Cory and SwEerT. Thecob iswhite, ker-
nels pearly white, ears averaging six inches in
length, exceptionally good for early market
or home consumers.” REV. J. R. LAWRENCE,
(Eden Trial Grounds), Lanesboro, Mass.
“‘Ten Days Earlier.’’
“We think PEEP oO’ Day Sweet Corn very fine
and we had it earlier than our neighbors. We
callit about 10 days earlier than any other
corn.” Mrs. GRANT CURRIE, Currie, N. Y
“I Heartily Recommiend It.’?
“T have not the language to express our ap-
preciation of the good qualities of your PEEP
0’ Day Sweet Corn. Itscarcely waited to get
out of the ground before it began to send out
ears. I heartily recommend this corn for ear-
liness, well filled ears, the great number of
ears, and the good quality of the corn.”
ANNA OARTER, Albion, Iowa.
“Your PEEP 0’ Day Sweet Corn is very early
and very fine.” D. G. EDGERTON, Carbondale,
Colo.
“‘Rarliest.’’
“The PEEP 0’ Day Sweet Corn was fine and
the earliest [ever had. It is fine for the table
and just the right size,” Mrs. BE. JOHNSTON.
Holt, Mont.
“Out of Sight.’’
“PEEP 0’ Day Corn isall you recommend it
to be. Itis out ofsight for earliness and is
sweet.” W.J. GARRISON, MoMinnyille, Ore,
48 NortTHRupP, Kine & Co. SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS. MINN,
a
Market Gardeners and Private Planters will do well to consider
that our Northern Grown Seed will give them earlier corn than will
seed of the same varieties grown farther south. Our Seed Corn
is thoroughly tested before it leaves our hands.
NOTE.—We are frequently asked what varieties should be planted in order
to secure a succession of sweet corn throughont the season. To all who arein
doubt, and those already satisfied, let us say: Plant “Peep of Day” for earliest;
Portland for medium, and N., K. & Co.’s Zig Zag for late, and secure the very
best sweet corn in each class.
SWEET CORN
SCARCE AND HIGH IN PRICE THIS SBASON.
One quart will pliant 200 hills; 8 to 10 quarts for an acre in Hills. OUR PACKETS
contain on the average about 150 seeds. Please bear in mind that our quart prices IN-
CLUDE POSTAGE. Pints supplied at quart, Pecks at bushel prices. DEDUCT
5 cts.apint, tocts, a quart, if sent by express or freight.
EXTRA EARLY Large pkt. Ot. Peck
MAMMOTH WHITE CORY. A very early strainof Cory corn.
Hag the larcest kermeliandi earive yah accion sacs ceeeine bine
Y, EXTRA EARLY WHITE CORY. Earliest variety (except
Beep oOfe Dawe xcellent qitalitiye-neerseebiecsoee eer eee eens
; ae ae EARLY CORY. Resembles the White Cory, but with
med cobs. fe v.35. ee A BID LASS A I Shot oe cutie
KENDAUL’S EARLY GIANT. Ears attain a tremendous size, 8
to 10incheslong,12to18rows. Very early. Pure white, sweet
7090 Mey ¢ (a (oy gt erde aeaeinc ome a ertnio cmerE GE bm ee Eat bomb tan Boman aero cola Sricinemnele. 35 1.50
) EARLY MINNESOTA. Astandard early sort, excellent quality 5 30 1.25
BURPEE’S FIRST OF ALL. Ears good size,sweet andtender 5& 30 1.25
N., K. & COS XXXX. A variety greatly in favor with our local
’ market gardeners,who prefer it to any other sort. Earlier than
Early Minnesota. Ears twelve rowed and large............. .. & $O 1.25
. SECOND EARLY
y PORTLAND SWEET CORN. This variety is not quite as early
as the Cory, but nearly so,and it will pay you to wait a few
days for it. In sweetness and delicacy of flavor it excels any
early Sweet Corn grown. Private families pronounce it the
5e 30c$1.25
5 30 1.25
5 380 1.25
best. Market gardeners capture the trade withit............ 5 $0 1.25
wLSROSBY. Most excellent quiality h.s. sc.s sce: tisiarom neni ccsieneesennn & $30 1.25
~ NONE SUCH. Large ears of excellent quality.................s000. & 30 1.25
PERRY’S HYBRID. Largest eared ofany of the early varieties 5 30 1.25
| MOORE’SCONCORD. Productive;ears large; quality excellent 56 30 1.25
HICKOX’ IMPROVED. Ears very handsome, very white and
PICU PA VON)» ioisy cs vicin tele ssc mide « vitor oie mekle cen eae e Masa eee eh Peep a aces
LATE
N., K., & CO.’S ZIG ZAG EVERGREEN, Furnishes corn of the
. finest quality up tothe time of frost. .'..c.cc.csaceccbeeentioseae LOL POD dEDO
» STOWELL’S EVERGREEN. One of the most popular yarieties 5 35 1.50
» OLD COLONY. A favoritein the East. Very sweet............. 5 35 1.50
BLACK MEXICAN, Grains black. Very sweet.................:- So ' SE 's50
PLUGYPTIAN.. Neryeweetanditender. .. eee wes ceastenee 5&6 365 1.50
, LATE MAMMOTH. hg ears, rich and sweet............-..... 5 86 1.50
COUNTRY GENTLEME Ears large, rowsirregular, delicious 6 35 1.50
9 Write for Special Prices onlarger quantities.
For Field Corn see pages 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 and 24. N. K. & Co’s Zig Zag Evergreen.
If by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Deduct 5c pint, 10c quart from above Pricss.
NortHrup, Kinc, & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
x<&
ss
$3
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The 1902 crop of Cucumber Seed was almost a complete failure, that there is a very great shortage of seed is not to be doubted.
While
there will probably be sufficient to go around in a packet seed way. planters who need any considerable quantity of Cucumber, or, indeed
of any other Vine Seeds, especially Musk Melon and Squash, will do well to secure their requirements at an early date.
N., K.i& C9.S STERLING GUCUMBER, the best General Purpose Variety.
N., K. & Co.’s “Sterling” Cucumber will be found to possess the following points of superiority:
Ist. Itis the earliest white spine Cucumber, suitable for table, market or shipping purposes, under all con-
ditions of culture, whether under glass or in the open ground. ‘
2d. Itis one of the greatest producers of all varieties; and at ali stages of growth is the handsomest and
most attractive of all American sorts.
3rd. Itis ofa very deep green color, which it retains during a much longer period of growth than any other
variety, while in symmetry of form it isso regular, so uniformly one like the other, as to create comment
wherever they are seen.
4th. The quality is superb, being exceedingly brittle and crisp. The flavoris delicate and entirely devoid of
the bitter taste so frequently noticed in other varieties.
5th. Asa Shipping Cucumber, the “STERLING” cannot be surpassed, as it holds up in color and quality better
than any other variety.
NOTE—Our crop of this splendid variety shared the same fate as other sorts and we have so very little of it
to sell that we cannot offer it in larger quantities than as follows:
F CUCUMBER
¥NORTHRUP, KING & CO.’S SIBERIAN.
liest. Pkt., 5e; oz.,15c; 4% 1b., 50c.
“NORTHRUP, KING & CO.’S PICKLING. It would
be difficult to ‘‘make to order” a better pickling cucum-
berthanthis. Itis very productive. Flesh crisp and
tender, and covered with spines. Color deep green.
Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; %41b., 6O0c.
* EARLY GREEN CLUSTER. Fruit small, growsin
yO prolific. Pkt., 5c; 0z.,15e; 4% lb., 50e.
*WHITE SPINED. Improved. Not asearly as Our
terling.”’ Particularly recommended for table use.
Pkt., 5¢; 0z., 15¢; 4 1b., 50e.
y WHITE SPINED PEERLESS. Larger than the im-
proved,but not quiteasearly. Pkt., 5e; oz., 15¢;141b.,50e.
» WHITE SPINED EVERGREEN. Deep blue-green,
dne of thebestfor shipping. Pkt., 5e; 0z., 15¢;'41b., 50ce.
W HITESPINED COMMERCIAL PICKLING. Splen-
did pickling variety, fruit small, covered with spines.
DK, 5C; Oz., 15¢:%4 lb., 50e.
» LONG GREEN. A popular variety for pickling and
icing. Large pkt., 5c; 0z., 20c; 1% Ib., 60c.
& NICHOLS’ MEDIUM GREEN. A fine table sort.
Pkt., 5¢€; 0z.,15c; 14 lb., 50e.
§ CROSSE & BLACKWELL PICKLING. Makes
€ pcias pickles. Pkt., 5¢; oz., 15¢; 14 1b.. 50e.
The ear-
46
GIANT PERA. Very large, smooth skin, few seeds
splendid forslicing. Large pkt.,5¢; 0z., 15¢3 1% lb., 50e.
JAPANESE CLIMBING. Excellent for frames or
pen ground; can be trained on a trellis. Pkt., 5e;
0z., 20c; 14 Ib.,'60c.
ee EARLY FRAME or SHORT GREEN. Fruit straight,
bright green. Large pkt., 5¢; oz., 15¢; 4 1b., 50e.
Ve CHICAGO or WESTERFIELD PICKLING. Largely
grown in the vicinity of Chicago, and its popularity
has extended to other markets. A fine pickling varie-
ty. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; 4% 1b., 60c.
¥ JERSEY PICKLING. Fruit long and slender.
kt.,5e; oz., 15e; 4 1b.,50e.
, GHERKIN. A small oval, prickly variety,, distinct
f€om all others. Large pkt., 5¢; oz., 15¢; % Ib., 50c.
Ya BLACK PEKIN. Round dark purple fruit.
Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c.
x EGG PLANT
IMPROVED NEW YORK PURPLE. Large, smooth,
oval. Ours is the spineless, which is much preferred.
Fine deep purple; flesh white and tender. Large pkt.,
5e; oz., 30¢; % lb., $1.00; 1b., $3.50.
MPROVED NEW YORK WHITE. Same shape
and quality as the above, but white. In appearance,
very handsome. Large plt., 5c; o0z., 45e; 4 lb., $1.25.
Large
pkt., 5c; oz., $0c; 4% Ib., $1.00; 1b., $3.00.
S ENDIVE
\fGREEN CURLED. The standard sort for fall and
Winter crop. Large pkt.,5c; 0z., 20¢;141b.,40e; 1b., $1.35.
OURD
&® NEST EGG. Closely resembles an egg in size, color
and shape. Make the very best of nesteggs. Large
kt., 5€; oz., 10c; % lb., 25e3 lb., $5e.
DIPPER. The dried fruit makes excellent and dur-
able dippers. Large pkt., 5e; 0z., 10c; 41b., 25e; lb., 85e.
_£ MIXED GOURDS. All kinds. Large pkt., 5c¢; oz.,
@0c; 14 1b., 40e; 1b., $1.00.
3 HOHL RABI
& EARLY WHITE VIENNA. White ball. Large pkt.,
5eyo0z., 15e; % lb.. 50e;3 lb. $1.75.
3 EARLY PURPLE VIENNA. Purple ball.
pkt., 5c; oz., 15¢; 14 1b., 50c; lb., $1.75.
4 LEEK
¥ LONDON FLAG. The variety in most general use
Large pkt., 5c; oz., 15; 14 lb., 45c3 1b., $1.50.
» # LARGE MUSSELBURG. Leaves large and broad.
“Mild flavor. Large pkt. 5¢; oz., 15¢; ¥4 Ib., 45e; lb., $1.50.
MUSHROOMS
Can be easily grown in anordinary cellar or barn,
and itis one of the most profitable crops to grow. We
can always furnish fresh mushroom spawn.
ENGLISH MUSHROOM SPAWN. It comes in
pressed bricks weighing about 20o0unces. These are
broken up into pieces the size of a walnut and put into
the bed eight inches apart each way. Price, per brick,
25e, postpaid. By express or freight, 10 Ibs., $1.20; 95
Ibs., $2.50.
Large
if by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense; Deduct 16c per lb. from above Prices.
50 NORTHRUP, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
py : 4 N., KR. @ COoO.’S
a V“Sterling” Lettuce.
SA
ASN
SA pS (SOLD ONLY IN SEALED PACKAGES.)
This grand new Lettuce will delight all who
grow it. It is equally suited for the market gar-
dener or the private planter. The market gar-
dener will find that this Lettuce will command
a premium over other sorts on account of its
appearance and quality, while for private gar-
dens no other lettuce approaches it for table use.
For salads it is unequaled.
Our STERLING Lettuce comes under the
“crisp heading” class. The plants attain quite
a large size, but are never coarse. The outer
leaves are of a beautiful green, changing toward
the center of the head toa rich golden yellow.
In flavor itis extraordinarily sweet and crisp,
ana is of such beautiful appearanceand superior
quality as to cause universal*remark. Our
Sterling Lettuce is to other lettuces what our
Washington Wakefield Cabbage is to other cab-
bages, our Sterling Beet to other beets, our Yel-
low Meated Japan Musk Melon to other melons,
E - our Minnesota Red Globe (Globe Wethersfield)
Onion to other onions. We never give our name to a variety that is not the very best of its class, and purchasers
may, oe finding the STERLING Lettuce the best they ever put on theirtable. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; 14 Ib.. 60e;
NOTE.—N., K. & Co.’s Sterling Lettuce is for out-door planting and cold frame forcing. It is NOT adapted for
green-house forcing. LETTUCE.—Standard List.
OUR Packets of Lettuce contain on the average about 2,500 seeds.
We pay particular attention to LETTUCE, and supply some of the most critical market garden trade of theU.S.
Lettuce, especially the forcing sorts, require particular care, and on this account, perhaps, it has become
something of a trade custom to charge fancy pricesforit. Weare satisfied with the same reasonable profit on
our lettuce seed as on other seeds, and our prices will be found very much in favor of the purchaser. SO WILL
OUR STOCKS. (W.S. stands for white seeded sorts; B.S. for black seeded.)
CABBAGE SORTS.— Butter Heads.
Large pkt. Oz. %1b. Lb.
\pie BOSTON. (W.S.) Fine for forcing; also for
Openloround Culturels. sesso et ee ee eee OC OC ez OC SOC
y BLACK SEEDED TENNIS BALL. (B. S.) One of
the best for forcing or early out-door planting.
Plants medium size having thick, dark green
leaves. When grown, forms solid heads which
ALC. CHSD:anG Len GOL cer coe carrer eee ee Poe 5 10 25 80
) BOSTON MARKET. (W.S.) Forms very large, solid
heads ;rexcellent LOLLOLCIMNS ee ere ee eee ene 5 8 25 80
» BUTTERCUP. (W.S.) Early, solid, small heads
good for either forcing or out-door culture.......... 5 8 25 80
CALIFORNIA CREAM BUTTER. (B. S.) Forms
round, solid heads; medium early. One of the
, best summer varieties of head lettuce.............. 6 10 30 90.
© DEACON. (W.S.) One of the best large butter head
sorts for family garden or for market; stands hot . : Large pkt. Oz. ‘1b. Lb.
_ weather better than any other butter varieties, and holds its flavor even underintense heat. 5e¢ 8c 25¢e 80c
~SALAMANDER. (B.S.) Forms fine, compact heads. Withstands intense heat................. 5 8 25 80
WHITE SEEDED TENNIS BALL. (W.S.) Excellent for forcing or early out-door planting... 5 8 25 80
WHITE SUMMER CABBAGE. (W.S.) Forms close heads of desirable size......... SO 8 25 80
CURLED OR CRISP HEADING VARIETIES
“BLOND BLOCKHEAD. (W.S.) Heads large; of arich golden yellow color; hard and compact 10 30 80
DENVER MARKET. (W.S.) Heads are large, solid and of fine quality................. ‘
HANSON HEAD. (W.S.) Forms large flat heads; isastandard summer lettuce..............
* ICEBERG. (W.S.) Anexceedingly handsome lettuce; quick growing ;always crisp and tender
'N., K. & CO”S GOLDEN BALL. (W. S.) An entirely distinct sort, of a golden yellow color;
“ _ very crisp and tender; remains fit for use longer than any other SOrt............s+- +s seen ceeeeeee
» NEW YORK. (W.S.) Heads are large, solid; very dark green in color......
eee stew eee
30 $1.00
roe SOT
=
—)
ER Gac. ec oeremoaresee 8S 265 75
WONDERFUL. (W.S.) Forms very large heads; stands a long time fit for use................ 10 25 80
* CURLED OR CRISP VARIETIES.—Loose Bunching or Non-Heading.
\ BLACK SEEDED SIMPSON. (B.S.) Onecf Jae best, Sees for oe under the glass or for adie Sake 2B
open ground culture, leaves are l in and exceedingly tenGer: 22. 2655.10. csi oaphnetele eer
Rag - az ; aes a oo thin ARLY CURLED SIMPSON. (W.S.) A popular
early sort; forms large loose heads.............. 5 8 20 70
» GRAND RAPIDS. (B.S.) The most popular va-
riety for green-house planting; quick growth... 5 10 25 80
» GREEN FRINGED. (W.S.) Very ornamentalin
by growth; leaves beautifully fringed.............. 10 25 15
PRIZEHEAD. (W.S.) Large loose headed sort;
. Leaves are tinged with brown; very heavy.... 5 8 25 15
» THE MORSE. Each plant makes a large bunch
of leaves; a most excellent variety, both for
oy)” WW 2 4 early spring and summer UuSe........0.......... 0. 5 10 25 80
1eNAG 2 WHITE STAR. (W.S.) Excellent for forcing or
Ea Sine out-door planting; heads large and loose....... 5 8 20 70
COS VARIETIES.
SN > yy The Cos Lettuces have long, narrow, spoon-shaped leaves, which usually fold into
zy, loose sugar loaf shaped heads. They will blanch better if the outer leaves are drawn
ET gs about the heads and tied.
EARLY WHITE SELF FOLDING COS. (W.S.)
A distinct variety which does not need tying.. 5 10 30 1.25
GIANT WHITE COS. Of very large growth...... OF 30 1.25
:
If by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Deduct 10c per Ib. from above Prices.
Norturup, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 51
CRocky Ford
Musk Melon.
This Melon, known on the
“bills of fare’ of the leading
hotels and restaurants of
America as the “‘Rocky Ford
Canteloupe,”’ takes its name
from the little town of Rocky
Ford, Colorado, which has
become as famous for its
melons as is Baltimore forits
oysters. The popularity of
the melon is best attested by
the fact that about one thous-
and carloads of them were
shipped last season from
Rocky Ford to all parts of the
United States—to say noth-
ing of the large quantities
grown and shipped from
other stations. The melon
itself, when ripe, should have
a silver colored laced like
veiling. The flesh is green
and so sweet and melting as
to be eaten close to the rind. The seed
cavity is very small. Average weight
of the melon is about one and one-half
pounds. Price: Pkt., 5¢; oz.,10c; 4 1b.
25e; lb., 80c, postpaid. 2" Write for
special prices on large quantities.
Leading Varieties MUSK MELON Crop Very Short
Our pacKets of MusK Melon contain on the average about 250 seeds
1 Large pkt. Oz. % Ib. Lb-
} EARLY NETTED GEM. Very 7 i -
tN Northrup’s Yellow-Meated Japan Musk Melon ; _ ly netted, green flesh, Fee oe epee 4 oe Re TGeSUc O8c
RA EARLY HACKENSACK. Very popular in
‘This, which we considerthe best of allmelons, Beene markets. Heavily ribbed, coarsely netted. 5 10 35 1.15
was an entire failure the past season, and SUNRISE Gite ae Fruit medium Si size, oval, <a
: -nette esh thick, green, swee
our customers with whom they had become COSMOPOLITAN. Fruit oval, light green, netted,
a great favorite will share our disappoint- flesh green, sweet and highly flavored Beeticteiser cs sare 51025 80
ment. Beyond our planting stock for next “aye EE Fruit NeLy rer eerss sphencals esa eee ten
2 : reen 7
} spring, which -we always reserve, we have LOSAGE, OR GE ROVER: MILLER’S CREAM. “i
; but a few pounds which we offer to first pur- Medium sized, dark green incolor; flesh dee
- 1D
rsaslong as it lasts at our usual pri ed salmon, very thick and of splendid flavor...5 10 35 1.25
i chase Bas co) ieee se nk tae tate one N., K. & CO.'S GREAM CANTELOUPE. Large size,
are) e a packet. y7 Dp eac medium early and the best shipper of all the yel-
purchaser. low flesh varieties. Splendid, fuil flavored sort... 510 40 1.50
GOLDEN EAGLE, oS Fruit ovat on very
thick.. Senldete BB Sig Ae ee ee ae 301
v iP eTOre. mellowas tlesh > aHitormly: SOO ss cs5 oe sees ik sch idk cc bonne eR BEE else torst Be ecohaooaucaees ~eex “00
0 30
LONG ISLAND BEAUTY. very early; VAS) GPE RS capeace Geo S OO TEe SO ee arb iat Sees hale Cite Ue See eee 3 “iy aa 75
» MELROSE. A very hardy, early, vigorous variety..... ocd dobe n9ce cash esdossougdSHbAcseobe sodocenonosd ceceoose i Ua 33
e a es ee ota or NUTMEG. Good size..... ahren an dcatee Hae aa ela tate Seabee Oe Se ae Oo LOLZOO0O0
ey = “EMERALD GEM. Extra early; very
SWWEEE S- S ees sisosce sh aan aia's Sonica eclecine 6 15 501.75
& JENNY LIND. V ee) small and Mey
~ early, fine flavor.. .5 10 301.00
FHACBRENSACES iar Sal Sam
good quality.. Roses Boe . 5 10 301.00
& BANQUET. Rotnid: densely Berea:
WELYA SW CO Geos noo cst ene ete tae eects 61025 80
¥ BANANA. Resembles bananain shape
Pan. flavorseexcse ees « os we eee 5 10 301.00
* PAUL ROSE MUSK MELON. This widely adver-
tised Melon is a successful cross of the Osage with
the Netted Gem, and! combines the sweetness of the
former with the finely netted appearance of the
Gem. The flesh is of an orange red color like that of
the Osage, but of higher tint; itis even richer than
the Osagein flavor. Itis asplendid shipper, andis
: of just the right size for hotel or tableuse,. Pkt. 5c;
Paul Rose Musk Melon. oz., 10ce: 4 Ib., 30c; 1b., $1.00.
If by express or freight at purchaser’s expense, deduct 10c per lb. from above prices.
52 NorTHRUP, KING & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
“From Far Across the Sea.’
I must say Iam greatly pleased with the KLONDIEE
Melon. It is bearing greas numbers of good, large
melons, and has proved earliest of 37 varieties I have
growing this year, among them such early varieties as
Fordhook Early, Phinney’s Early, Cole’s Early, ete.
H. J. WRIGHT ST. CLarr,
Nzarnawahia, Waikato, New Zealand.
@ AN EXPERT OPINION.—‘‘We likes de KLONDIKE,
% kase we don’t have to wait so long fer ’em, cee!”’
WATERMELON.
f OUR PACKETS OF WATERMELONS CONTAIN ON AN AVERAGE ABOUT 100 SEEDS.
NORTHRUP, KING & CO.’S KLONDIKE. The earliest. The great objection to the extremely early water-
melons has been their inferior quality. This has been entirely overcome in the KLONDIKE, which is offered
with the full assurance of not only being remarkably early, but as sweet, delicate and melting in fiavor as any
variety grown. The fleshis of deep scarlet. Rind thin, and on this account is not a particularly good shipping
sort. It will ripen in altitudes where it has not been thought possible to mature a good watermelon. It is to all
other varieties of watermelons what the Early Minnesota is to tomatoes. The earliest and of quality second to
none. Pkt., 5¢;0z., 10c; 4 1b., 30c; Ib., 80c. 3
VW DUKE JONES. This is the latest introduction of Mr. Girardeau, the “Melon
King” of Florida. Dark green rind, bright red flesh, early, prolific, very large.
The agent of the road over which Mr. Girardeau shipped his melons states that
“several carloads averaged over 40 Ibs. tothe melon.” Large pkt., 5c; oz., 10c;
4 lb. 20€; tb., 60c.
YFORDHCOK EARLY. An extra early watermelon of large size. Attain an
average weight of thirty pounds. The rindistough making it desirable for
shipping purposes. Fleshis light red and very sweet. Large pkt., 5c; oz., 8e; 4
Ibs 15¢; 1b., 50.
¥ COLH’S EARLY. Oneof the best forhome use. BKxtremely early and very
Sie Cee Woe a good shipper on account of thin rind. Large pkt., 5c; oz., $e; %41b.,
15e; 1b., c.
PHINNEY’S EARLY. Very early, quality good, and while not quite as sweet
as some of the other extra early sorts, is very hardy, and on that account desir-
able for culture in sections where the nights arecool. Large pkt., 5c; 0z., $e; 4%
1lb.yide; lb., 50e.
ae ere Remains in condition for use longer than any other sort.
ruit early, large, oval and very solid. Flesh tender and sweet. A popular sort.
Large pkt., 5¢; oz., 8c; 4 1b., 15€; 1b., 50.
de DARK ICING. Rind thin, but very strong, rendering it one of the best for
early shipping, Fruit large, very dark skinned and of extremely attractive appearance. Quality fine. Large
pkt., 5c; 0z., 8c; 4 1b., 15e; lb., 50c. I ; t , y 4
WV ICE CREAM or PEERLESS. One ofthe best melons in cultivation. Rind thin, light mottled green. Flesh
bright scarlet. Solid tothe center. Sweetas honey. Large pkt., 5e; oz., $c; 4 1b., 15¢; 1b., 50e, ;
» BLAOK DIAMOND. The vicinity about Muscatine,lowa, has become noted for the tremendous proportions
JE its shipping tradein watermelons, and not only for this, but for their peculiarly fine quality. The Black
Diamond has been selected by a great many of the growers as being the most desirable sort, not only because it
willcarry long distances and keepa long time, but forits very superior quality. Fruit large and handsome.
Large pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 4 lb., 18¢; lb., 65c. ; . hal
» KOLB’S GEM. A standard general purpose variety—an “all around” useful and reliable sort of undeviating
Muality, Large pkt., 5c; 0z., 8c; 4 Ib., 15¢; 1b., 50c.
CITRON for PRESERVES. Makes very clear transparent preserves
of peculiarly fine flavor. Large pkt., 5c; oz., 8c; 4 lb., 15c; 1b., 50e,
MELON PEACH. The fruit is about the size of a large peach, oval
shaped, and of a bright orange color, somewhat russeted. For sweet
pickles, pies or preserving they are superb; a few pieces of sliced lemon
ora little lemon essence, adds to their flavor, and is usually desirable.
They are easily cultivated, wonderfully productive,and can be used in
every way in which you would usea peach, except that they are not
usually liked raw; although some consider them excellent simply
sliced with a little sugaron. Pkt., 5c; 0z.,30e.
' KENTUCKY WONDER. We introduced this melon in 1886. At that
ime we thought it the best melon;in 19038 we think the same. One just
cause for criticism on many of the new melons that have of late been
sent out,is that for the most part they have been, at the best, slightly
improved strains of some old and well known sort. Thiscannot be said
of Kentucky Wonder. Itis distinct, and the melon itself provesit. In
shapeit is oblong,attaininga good size; skin dark green and beautiful-
ly marked. Flesh a beautiful, rich scarlet color, crisp, rich, sugary, al-
ways firm and solid, never mealy or tough. Kentucky Wonder has won
first prize over such well known and popular sorts as Ironclad, Cuban
Queen, Kolb’s Gem. Large pkt., 6c; oz,, 10c; 4 lb., 20c; 1b,, 60c.
N., K: & CO’JS KENTUCKY WONDER.
If by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Deduct 10c per Ib. from above prices.
vr
NorTHRuP, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, -MINN. 55)
lorEcon DANVERS ONION. For a number of
years the State of Oregon has produced a yellow onion,
differing in some important particulars from any other
onion on the market. Inshapeitis round and full, not
quite as thick as the Yellow Globe, but of remarkably
handsome form. Incolor it is distinctively BRIGHT
and attractive, butits chief recommendation liesin its
EXTREME EARLINESS, its EXTRAORDINARY
PRODUCTIVENESS, its WONDERFUL QUALITIES
AS A LONG KEEPER, and its MILD AND DELICATE
FLAVOR. Sets grown from the _ seed are the
brightest, heaviest and soundest we have ever seen
anywhere. The onion growers of the Puget Sound
country will use no other variety, even at one-quarter
the price when this is obtainable. And so great has
been the local demand for it, that of late growers have
been entirely unable to supply the home requirements.
Last year we arranged for an acreage from one of
the most experienced growers of Oregon, and take
pleasurein now offering it to the general trade as bes
ing a variety well worth establishing everywhere as a
leading market sort. Weespecially recommend it to
large growers of ONION SETS. Large pkt., 50c; oz,,
15c¢; 4 Ib., 40c; ib., $1.25.
NEW LONG KEEPING AUSTRALIAN BROWN
ONION. Onions are grown very extensively in Aus-
tralia, but all efforts to introduce favorite American
varieties there have failed, as they already had an
onion which they claimed to be far better than any of
ours. Practically every grower there confines himself
to this one sort, known usually there as “Market
Model” and “Brown Globe,” but which has been intro-
Guced into this country as ‘AUSTRALIAN BROWN.”
NEW
AUSTRALIA!
a Se
KLECKLEY’S SWEETS. We
regard this as the finest of all
medium early watermelons for
home use. The rind is too thin
and tenderto stand long distance
shipment. Thefruits are uniform
in size, oblongin form, the skin
is a rich dark green, the flesh of
bright scarlet, ripening close to
the skin; the seeds lie close to
the rind, leaving a very large,
solid, red core, which does not
crack open whenripe. The flesh
ig rich, sugary and melting to
the highest degree, being entire-
ly free from anystringiness. As
before said, we regard itas the
finest of all melons for home use.
Pkt., 5e; oz., 10c; 14 lb., 25c; Ib.,
75c, postpaid.
“Your ‘Kleckley Sweets’ watermelon is
like a cyclone; you have got to be in it in or-
der to apprecsate it. aul Rose musk
melon is an enormous cropper, and qual-
ity superb. As usual I have found all your
seeds true to name and of high quality,
but the above two mentioned sorts are of
special merit.” H. C. CONSTANCE,
= New Richmond, Wis.
2
THE AUSTRALIAN BROWN Onion is of med-
ium size, wonderfully hard and solid and most at-
tractive for market, both as to form and appear-
ance. The illustration, taken from a photograph,
doesn’t adequately show the handsome appearance
of these beautifulonions. They are extremely early
in ripening, and never make any stiffnecks orscul-
lions. Every seed seems to produce a good-sized
onion, and the bulb begins to form very quickly—
when the plant is not over three inches high.
Planted with the Red Wethersfield it proved to be
nearly four weeks earlier, and ripened off more uni-
formly. It has the reputation of keeping indefinite-
ly, and we think from its firmness and hardness
thatit will keep in good condition longer than any
other onion known. The color of the skinisa clear
amber-brown. So widely contrasted from any other
onion is this color that it will be noticed on the mar-
ket, and when once bought, purchasers willbe most
likely to return and call for those “beautiful brown
onions.”
These onions have been known to keep nearly a
whole year in good condition, and on this and other
accounts it will commend itself to onion set grow-
ers, who often lose heavily in carrying their crop
because the sets do not “keep.” Large pKt., 5c; 0z.,
10c; % Ilb., 25c; 1b., 9c.
if by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Deduct 10c per Ib. from above Prices.
54 NorTHRuP, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
NORTHRUP, HING @ Co.’s
‘GRAND NEW GLOBE ONIONS.
‘sT*ROM 4 pounds of your 66 1
F Minnesota Red Globe geet a ae
(Globe Wethersfield) Onion Globe Onion seed I raised
seed I raised 726 bu. of splen- 300 bu. of the handsomest
did onions. Nota scullion onions I ever saw. There
among them. They ripened were not to exceed one-half
early and were of large size. I bushel of poor’. onions
have been an onion-grower for among them. I showed
13 years, have bought seed { them at the Anoka Street
from many hou- _ Fair and _ took
ses but I never gti the first prize.”
had any cnion C. E. LaPLant
equal Minn, Red Dayton Minne-
Globe.” jaro 18 sota. —
Moot, Mpls.
N., H. @ CO.’S
Minnesota Red Globe.
Heretofore called Globe Wethersfield.
This we consider to be the finest and most select
type of Red Globe Onion in existence. We have
called it N., K. & Co’s Minnesota Red Globe in order
to distinguish it from all other stocks of Red Globe
Onion, from whichit differs not only in purity of
stock and perfection of shape, butin earliness, pro-
ductiveness and beauty of color. The outer skin
possesses that lustre and richness of color so de-
sirable and yet so often lacking in Red Globe stock.
Large pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; 1% lb., 60¢; Ib., $2.25.
N., H. @® CO.’S
Minnesota White Globe.
This is much earlier than the Southport White
Globe and keeps much better. White Onions are
always the mildestin flavor, and on this account |__
and their color, are generally preferred for fam-
ily use. White Onions, asa rule, are not good keep-
ers, but our Minnesota White Globe is an exception
tothe rule. We know of no other stock of White
Globe onion which compares with this in purity
of color, regularity and beauty of shape and long
keeping proclivity. Large pkt.,10c; oz., 25c; 4 1b.,
80c; lb., $2.75, postpaid.
Gilobe=shaped Onions are the onions of the future. They are the most attractive in appearance
and most economicalin use. They command the highest price in market. They are more profit-
able than flat varieties to grow, as they occupy no more room in a row, but weigh more and
measure better.
Recognizing, 7 years ago the tendency of the trade, we took up Globe shaped onions as a
special study. We found twotypes of Yellow Globe, viz: Yellow Globe Danvers and Southport
Yellow Globe. We found four Red Globe onions, viz: Extra Early Red Globe, which, not being a
good keeper, is fit only for early bunching; Early Red Globe, which is quite early, but under-
sized; Large Red Globe, which is of fair shape but not early. Southport Red Globe, late and of
undesirable shape. In White Globe Onions we found but one, the Southport, late and undesir-
able in shape. In short, we found no Red or White Globe Onion compared with the favorite Yellow
Globe Danvers in shape, in size and in comparative earliness. In our Minnesota Red Globe (Globe
Wethersfield) and Minnesota White Globe Onions we have strains which areas early and as per-
fectly Globe Shaped as the best strains of Yellow Globe Danvers. They are far superior to the South-
port Red and White Globe, as they ripen off much earlier, are much better keepers, and do not
have the wasteful feature characteristic of the Southport—the long, useless and detrimental
neck and bottom.
Every Pound of Our Minnesota Red Globe and Minnesota White Globe is of
Our Own Growth in the State of Minnesota.
if by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, deduct 10c per Ib. from above Prices.
Norturup, Kine & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 55
ONION SEED.
HE “MADE A ‘‘! made a
mistake
MISTAKE,” in plant-
Uae ae rn ss thie
Red Wethersfield One
ion I got from you. I
put the seed in thick
allowing for bad seed,
but they ALL CAME
UP, and gave me the
trouble of thinning
them out. Itis a mare
velous Onion.’”’
ANGUS MCDOWELL,
Wausaukee, Wis.
Our Packets of Onion con-
tain on the average about
1,500 seeds. One ounce rill
sow 100 feet of drill; #4 to SIbs.
to the acre are required for
jarge Onious- 50 to 60 ibs. to the
acre for sets or pickles.
EXTRA EARLY RED FLAT. (Some-
times called Extra Early Red Wethers- ’
field.) A medium sized flat variety, good yielder.
Ready for use about two weeks earlier than Large
Red Wethersfield. Very desirable for early market-
ing. Best where seasons are very short. Good
keeper. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 4 1b., 35€; Ib., $1.25.
va EXTRA EARLY RED GLOBE. Much used for
early bunch onions. Nota good keeper. Large pkt.,
€; oz., 10c; 4% lb., 35e; 1b., $1.20.
EARLY RED GLOBE. (Gregory’s Strain.) Ten
days earlierthan the Southport Red Glebe. Large
pkt., 5c; oz., 15e; 4% 1b., 40e; Ib., $1.25.
SOUTHPORT RED GLOBE. The Standard Red
Globe; productive; splendid keeper. Attains great
Dsize; Quality excellent. Large pkt., 5¢; oz., 15¢;
14 1lb., 40e; 1b., $1.40. ;
« LARGE RED WETHERSFIELD. The Standard
Red sort; attains a large size; very popular; a
ge RCEne=: Large pkt., 5c; oz., 12c; 4 1b.,35c;
s -- 297.
* YELLOW GLOBE DANVERS. Perfectly globe
Shaped; heavy cropper; excellent Keeper, and at-
tains large size. Large pkt.,5c¢;0z., 12¢; 41b.,35c;
b, $1.25.
a SOUTHPORT YELLOW GLOBE. Spherical in
shape. Later than Yellow Globe Danvers. Color,
tich yellow. Large pkt., 5c; oz.,12c; % I1b., 35c;
Ab., $1.25.
YELLOW DANVERS. A Standard sort; round-
ish; an excellent keeper. In productiveness ex-
ceeds all other varieties. Large pkt., 5c; oz., 12¢;
44 1b.,30e; lb.. $1.00.
| YELLOW STRASBURG or DUTCH. Later and
more flat than the Danvers. The best sorts from
which to grow “sets.” Large pkt., 5¢; oz., 12¢; 41b.,
30c; 1b., $1.00.
y WHITE PORTUGAL or AMERICAN SILVER-
SKIN. Produces early onions of mild flavor; large-
ly used for growing sets and pickles. Large pkt.,
Se; oz., 20c; 14 1b., 50e; lb., $1.80.
* PARIS WHITE SILVERSKIN. An early, small,
: : round, white variety. Excellent for bunching, pick-
V2 les, etc. Large pkt. 5c; oz., 15¢; 4 1b., 50c; 1b., $1.80.
> WHITE GLOBE. Large size, handsome form, mild flavor.
Large pkt., 5¢€; oz., 25¢; 4 1b., 75c; 1b., $2.00.
SHPO STEEPFS FFF F FOF F494 4454444446046 64644.
|
WHITE N., K. & CO.’8S PICKLING. For early b i
-Picklingand sets. Small, hard, round; keeps sao ee ae
green when exposed to the sun. Large pkt., 5¢; oz., 20e;
WHITE NEW QUEEN. Small; noted for extreme lines
and mildness of flavor; much used f i i wee ake
Be; oz., 20c: % Ib., 50c:1b., $1.80, Pickling. Large pkt.,
Those wishing to purchase Seed for one or
more acres of Onions, write for VERY
SPECIAL PRICES. £ 2 ww w w w
N., K. & CO”/S PICKLING ONION.
if by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Deduct i0Qc per ib. from above Prices.
56 NorTHRuP, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
| a BO
ONIONS.
MAMMOTH SILVER KING. In
appearance the most striking onion
grown. We hardly know which to
commend the most, its large size,
symmetrical appearance and beauti-
ful silvery flesh, or its sweetness,
tenderness and mild flavor. These
qualities make it the best for exhi-
bition and fancy high priced trade.
Not recommended for the extreme
North. Large pkt., 5¢€; oz., 15¢e3; 4Ib.,
,50ce; lb., $1.75, postpaid.
PRIZETAKER. This onion has
become a great favorite on account
ofitslarge size and great solidity.
It is perfectly globe-shaped, with
straw-colored skin; the necks are
very small, and the onions always
ripen up hard. An excellent keeper,
exceedingly fine flavor, grows toan
enormous size, onions weighing 5
lbs. having been grown from seed
the first year. Large pkt.,5ce;0z., 12¢3
lelb., 35e; 1b., $1.25, postpaid.
*“ SPANISH KING. This handsome
variety isa splendid type of the Yel-
low Spanish Onion. The fleshis re-
markably firm and of the finest
quality, of quite rapid growth, and
matures medium early. The skinis
of a transparent golden straw color.
PBkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 30c; Ib.,
1.00, postpaid.
WHITE BARLETTA. This variety
: _~ is most distinct on account of its
| _ great earliness. It is earlier than
A 5 the White Queen. It is of a beautiful
waxy white colorand grows 1% inch-
es in diameter and % of an inch
thick, with finely formed bulbs, sligh tly flattened at the top. Its earliness will highly recommend its use asa
substitute for onion sets An excellent pickling sort. Pkt., 5c; 0z., 15¢; 4lb., 50c; lb., $1.75.
BERMUDA “THERE is no Onion which equals in
PA a mildness and delicacy the Bermuda
Onion. The true Bermuda onion can
only be produced from seed grown at
Teneriffe. Most of the seed sold in this country as “‘Ber-
muda” is California or Italian grown and gives quite
different results. The seed we offer was produced es-
pecially for us by one of the most reliable growers of
the Canary Islands,andcan be relied upon as being true
stock of Bermuda Onion. We offer seed of both Red
‘ONION.
and White.
BERMUDA ONION, WHITE. The bulbs are quite
foad and flatin form. Thecolor is nota clear white,
as in our American varieties, but rather a pale straw;
flesh crisp, solid and mild in flavor.
extremely thin-necked, insuring even and early ripen-
ing. Pkt., 10c; 0z.,20c; 44 lb., 60c; lb., $
BERMUDA ONION, RED. Bulbs of this variety
re Similarin form and early ripening to the Bermuda
White, but grow largerin size, ranging from three to
MR. ROBERT L. GOWLD.
If by Express or Freight at Purchasers’ Expense, deduct 10c per Ib. from above Prices.
The plants are
2.00, postpaid.
fourinchesin
diameter;
very flat, and
ofa light pink
color. The
fleshis white,
pony suf-
used with :
pink. Per pkt., 10c; oz., 20c¢; %4 Ib., 60c; Ib., $2.00, postpaid.
A HEAVY SHIPPER’S EXPERIENCE.
“T have been buying vegetables in the St. Paul market for the last eight years, ship-
ping same largely in carload lots to different parts of the country. I am glad to saya
few words about the showing your seeds have made in this vicinity, for I think it is
just as important to the shipper to sell good vegetables as it is for the grower to produce
them, as we can get the top prices for quality, and a satisfied customer always comes
ain. e
= ase an instance, I will mention that I bought this fall, from one gardener near St
Paul, 1,125 baskets of Prizetaker Onions, that were produced from 6 lbs. Of your seed.
They were the handsomest lot of Prizetakers I ever laid my eyes on. I paida big price
for them, about 40 per cent. above the market price for ordinary onions, but I got a big
price for them myself. The grower was satisfied, I was satisfied, and my customer was
satisfied. That is the way it goes. I want also to mention your Minnesota White Globe
and Minnesota Red Globe Onion. Your White Globe is particularly choice, and your Min.
nesotaRed Globe is the earliest and best stock of Red Globe Onions ever offered on this mar-
ket. The Cabbage and Golden Self-Blanching Celery from your seed are also de.
serving of the highest praise. ©:
If everybody sold as good seed as you do, the work of the produce and commission men
would be greatly lessened, and much annoyance would be saved all parties concerned,”
Very truly yours, RoBertT L. GOULD,
St. Paul, Minnesota.
‘
NortHrup, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 57
The IMPORTANCE of Using
NORTHERN GROWN ONION SETS
NION Sets are planted in order to obtain onions earlier than they can be
2 had from seed. It follows, therefore, that Northern Grown Onion Sets
nea will produce onions earlier than Southern grown sets. In addition to this,
Wi our Minnesota grown sets are incomparably superior to ordinary stock, be-
ing of small size, sound and free fromtrash. Prices subject to market
27 changes. Write for latest market prices on bushel and barrel! lots,
3A Pints supplied at quart. pecks at bushel rates. 28 lbs. constitute a bushel of
top sets. Onallother sets we give 52/bs. for a bushel, Most houses sell]
by measured bushel; by that process, the larger and more “‘chaffy” the
sets, the less quantity the purchaser receives.
' Single pound and quart prices, INCLUDE POSTAGE; pecks, bushels
and 100 tb. lots are at buyer’s expense.
= WHITE BOTTOM SETS. Produced from our Minnesota 1b. 100lb. Qt. Bu.
CJ, + Grown White Silver Skin Onion. A favorite with market @
A === cardeners and in private gardens.......................-......-30e 10ce 30c¢ $3.00
RED BOTTOM SETS. Produced from Minnesota grown
30 10 30 2.75
TRAC hiner SEE I Gls o:5:5.2>: hc ep es ee 5 Tes EGE ee
YELLLOW BOTTOM SETS. Produced from Yellow Stras-
Ul ks
burg seed, which makes the finest yellow set...............30 10 30 2.75
RED TOP SETS. These are planted to produce “early
——— aoa SS green” onions and large :ating onions........ 35 12 35 3.50
WHITE MULTIPLIER. Green Onions for early spring bunching. They form the first, areofa
pure silvery white color and enormously Productive...........-.. ee. ieee ee eee et ees eee ereeeeee 35 15 35 4.80
POTATO ONION SETS. Produce large. dry, ripe onions earlier than others......................-..35 13 35 4.25
EGYPTIAN or PERENNIAL TREE. Forearly use. Perfectly hardy......................00006....25 06 25 1.795
Deduct 10c on single pounds or quarts if sent by express or freight at your expense,
y¥ IMPROVED HOLLOW CROWN PARSNIP
PARS N I P. TLTOLLOW CROWN. We believe this is the finest stock of Parsnip that can be procured
_The roots run of uniform size, and are smooth. The growing taste for this delicious
oon greene OF TARENTE vegetable will make this improved strain particularly desirable. Pkt., 5¢; oz., 7e; % Ib.,
“ 15c¢;1b., 50c.
LONG SMOOTH. A fine flavored variety. Pkt., 5c; oz.,
we lb., 12¢; lb., 40e. 5
EARLY ROUND. An early variety, but of small size. Pkt.,
5c; oz., 7¢; 14 lb., 15¢; Ipy5 0c.
, ED PARS-
PARSLEY. ((S4MPION Moss cURL ED se
LEY. For garnishing;
Our Packets oF ParstEy iS more attractive when well grown; re-
contain on theaverageabout sembles a tuft of finely curled moss, is
2,000 seeds. hardy, and slow in running to seed.
Pkt.. 5c; oz., 7¢; % 1b.. 20c; 1b.,60c, postpaid.
» EMERALD. Distinct in appearance from any of the other
varieties, being of a lighter and more brilliant shade of green.
The plant is of a dwarf habit, with leaves finely cut and very
curly. To growers for the market as wellas for private gardens
We recommend this sort. Pkt., 5¢; 0z.. 7¢;%41b., 20c, 1b., 70e.
HAMBURG, or TURNIP ROOTED. A fleshy rooted kind; the
roe used for flavoring soups. Pkt., 5€; oz., 7c; 4 1b., 15¢; Ib.,
Oc. :
# EXTRA DOUBLE CURLED. A fine dwarf yariety, beauti-=
fully curled; excellent for garnishing, Pkt., 5¢e: oz., Ye; 4lb., ===
15¢; Ib., 50e. ark :
ey U :
#2 PLAIN. The leaves of this sort are plain; it is hardier than SS.
(the eurled variety. Pkt., 5c; o0z., Ye; 4 lb., 15¢; lb., 50e. Floss Curled Parsley,
, TO MARKET GARDENERS:— Market Gardeners, as a rule, send away from home for their seeds. Our orders
from distant cities are increasing in number and size each year, and this, of course, gives us great satisfaction.
We are best pleased however, to be able to state that we have and hold the trade of the best gardeners of our
own town.
if by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Deduct 10c per Ib. from above Prices.
NorTHRuP, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
NORTHERN GROWN
SEED PEAS.
They are Earliest, Hardiest, Most Productive.
OR MANY YEARS we have madea specialty of Peas,
growing many hundred acres each season. Our sam-
ples are fine and our stock pure. Owing to the exces-
sive rainfall in the principal pea growing districts during
the past summer, Seed Peas are again a very short crop.
Owing tothe high cost of picking out the damaged peas,
many poor samples are on the market; ours, however,
will be found to be bright, handsome, sound as a dollar,
DAISY PEA—New Dwarf, Sweet Wrinkled.
PRICE On lots of more than one bushel write for spec-
ial price, stating variety and quantity wanted.
=|} _ Liberal inducements to distant planters to equal-
ize thefreight. WRITEUS. Note that pints are supplied at
quart prices. Pecks and half bushel at bushel prices. No
charge forbags. Do not overlook that, as our quart prices in-
clude postage, 15 cents a quart—7 cents a pint should be de-
ducted if sent by express or freight at purchaser’s expense,
either alone or with other seeds.
We wish to call the attention of ourcustomers to the two
grand new Peas pictured on this page, and to recommend
them in the strongest terms. They mark such a distinct im-
provement in earliness, quality, size of pod and productive-
ness asto entitle them to a place in any garden.
Fr CARTER’S DAISY—Dwarf Telephone
ew Dwarf, Large Podded Pea. Needs no Brush
EARLY DWARF. Although this peais of English origin
and introduction, it was given its name by an American,
who, upon seeing it in the trial grounds of the firm who orig-
inated it, exclaimed, “It’s a Daisy,” and was so christened
onthe spot. The striking features of the Daisy pea areits
large pods,and the way in which they are heaped up in ridges
on the short strong vines, which are from 16 to 18 inches high,
and NEED NO. BRUSH. The pods are nearly double the
size of American Wonder or Gems, and are always well
filled with large peas of most excellent quality. Large pkt.,
10c; qt., 60c, postpaid. By express or freight, qt., 40c; 4 bu.,
$2.25; bu., $8.00.
ee" THOMAS LAXTON
New, Very Large Podded Extra Early Pea
This fine new early pea was raised by crossing Gradus, which in itself isa
sensationally early and large podded variety, with a very early seedling of the
Alaska type. In earliness the Thomas Laxton is only two or three days behind
the ‘Alabiens but the pods are more than double the size, containing on the aver-
age seven or eicht very large sweet wrinkled peas of the very richest flavor. The
vines attain a height of from three to three and one-half feet. It issuperiorto
the Gradus, being earlier, hardier in constitution, and of darker colored pod.
It is the best peaof all for market gardeners as well as for private gardeners,
and received the award of merit of the Royal Horticultural Society of England.
In flavor this pea is not surpassed, being as sweet as the Champion of England,
which uptothetime of the introduction of the Thomas Laxton, has been in
our estimation, the sweetest pea of all. The stock we offer was produced by our-
selves from seed obtained at very high cost direct from the introducer, Thomas
Laxton, Bedford, England. The quantity we have to offer this season is lim-
ited, and we suggest that allthose who wishto try this magnificent pea send
in their order at an early date.
Large pkt., 15¢; quart, 75c, postpaid. By express or freight,
and of perfect growth. lly t
not germinate even though the initial cost be much less.
It is folly to plant seed that will
THOMAS LAXTON
qgt., 60¢; 2 qts., $1.10; 4 qts., $2.00; peck, $3.50; bushel, $13.00, New, Extra Early, Large Podded, Sweet, Wrinkled,
Note that our quart prices are postage paid by us. Deduct for postage if peas are to be sent by express or
freight at purchaser’s expense.
NortuHRup, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 59
PE, A MAY BE DIVIDED INTO
FOUR GROUPS, VIZ:
Extra Early Round Seeded Varieties.
Extra Farly Wrinkled Varieties.
Farly Dwart Varieties.
Main Crop Varieties.
HE characteristics of each class are briefly set forth under
their respective headings on this and the following page.
EXTRA EARLY ROUND SEEDED VARIETIES.
These sorts are most largely grown by gardeners for the early market. They
ripen more uniformly than any other Peas and where the stocks have been prop-
erly bred and kept roguged, from 75 to 80 per cent. of the pods can be stripped from
the vine at the first picking, enabling the grower to secure the highest prices.
Round podded varieties are not as sweet as the wrinkled sorts, but being more har-
dy they can ee Nea earlier and will thrive under severe conditions where other
ts} iS wou all.
“ N., K. & CO.’s SUMMIT EXTRA EARLY.Height 24%to3ft. Seeds
white. One of the most important considerations with a market
gardener in choosing an extra early pea,is tosecure one thatis
not only the earliest, but one that matures its crop uniformly,
so thatthe vines may be stripped in ONE PICKING. The ‘“Sum-
mit”’holds the record as the earliest and most even in maturity
of the white seeded varieties. Large pkt., 5c; qt.,45c, postpaid.
By express or freight, qt., 30c; 4% bu., $1.50; bu.. $5.50.
FIRST AND BEST. Height 2% to 8 feet. Standard, white
seeded extra early, favorably known in all pea trucking centers.
Pkt. 5c; qt., 40c, postpaid. By expressor freight qt., 25c; 4 bu.,
$1.35; bu., $4.75.
spea MAUD S. Height 2% to 3 feet. White seeded extra early.
Very early and uniform in maturing. A favorite with truckers.
_ Pkt., 5c, qt., 40c, postpaid. By express or freight. qt., 25c, 4 bu.,
‘ $1.35, bu., $4.75.
oe
FO
Alaska Extra Early.
EXTRA EARLY WRINKLED VARIETIES.
Most of the following sorts are nearly or quite as early
as the round seeded Extra Earlies, but they do not mature
as uniformly. This, while making them less_ desirable
for early market purposes, makes them better for family
use as they will stand longer in fit condition for the table.
They are much sweeter than the Round Seeded sorts.
eesg SURPRISE. (Eclipse) Height1% to 2 feet.
Seeds green, wrinkled. Ripensas early as
the smooth round seeded extra earlies, and
is much sweeter. It is thewvery earliest
green wrinkled sort and an excellent variety
for both the market and home garden. Pkt.,
_5e, qt., 45c, postpaid. By express or freight,
“qt., 30c, 4% bu., $1.75, bu., $6.50.
/ ADVANCER. Height 2% to 3ft. Seeds green
wrinkled. This variety is a great favorite in
eastern markets on account of its superior
flavor. Itis a very productive and satisfacto-
ry variety. Pkt., 5c, qt.,40c, postpaid. By ex-
; press or freight,qt., 25c, 4% bu.,$1.35,bu., $4.75.
o_o HORSFORD’S MARKET GARDEN. Height
2 to 24% feet. Seeds green, wrinkled. In all re-
spects very Similar to the Advancer pea, but
an improvement on that variety in point of
productiveness. Flavor very fine. Pkt., 5c; 3 Pr B : —-
__.at., 40¢, postpaid. By Ex. or Frt., qt. 25e; 4 Sas Ree Se
_ el bu., $1.35 3 bu., $4.75. Dwarf American Wonder.
GRADUS. (Prosperity.) Height 2% ft., seeds
wrinkled. When the merits of this pea became known it createda sensation in the horticultural world. It is
nearly as early as the earliest smvoth seeded sorts. It has a pod as large as that of the Telephone and filled with
large wrinkled peas of remarkable sweetness. Large pkt., 5c; qt.,70c, postpaid. By exp. or frt.qt., 55¢;2 qt., $1.00;
% bus, $3.25; bu., $11.50.
F. EARLY DWARF VARIETIES.
These require no brushing and are in large demand for family use. All of the following sorts are early, being but a few days later than even
e Round Seeded sorts. ;
AMERICAN WONDER. Height 10 inches. Seeds green, wrinkled. Isa great favorite on account of its earliness
and excellent quality. Is particularly adapted forfamily use, as it requires no brush or other support. Large pkt.,
be, qt., 55c, postpaid. By express or freight, gt., 40c; 14 bu., $2.00; bu., $7.25.
OTT’S EXCELSIOR. Height 12 inches. Seeds green, wrinkled. Resembles American Wonder, but preferred by
many as being a little less dwarf, and having larger pods. Quality fine. Large pkt., 5c, qt., 55c, postpaid. By
express or freight, qt., 40c; 4 bu., $2.00; bu., $7.25.
| Sapam GEM. Height i4inches. Seeds green, wrinkled. Yields profusely. Excellent quality. One of the very
est for family use. Remains fit for use longer than the Wonder and Excelsior, and thought by many to be sweet-
er. Large pkt., 5¢, qt., 50c, postpaid. By express or freight, qt., 35¢; 4% bu., $1.75; bu., $6.75.
==> _ TOMTHUMB. Height 10 inches. Seeds smooth, white Exceedingly early. Not as sweet as the wrinkled sorts
but exceedingly hardy. Large pkt., 5c; qt., 50c, postpaid. By express or freight, qt., 35c; 4 bu., $1.75; bu., $6.50.
Ke Note that our qt. prices are postage paid by us. Deduct postage if peas are to be sent by exp. or frt. at purchaser’s expense.
60 NorRTHRUP, KING & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
ttention is called to the new mammoth podded pea, ‘““‘TEDDY ROOSE-
VELT,’’ which gives double the quantity of shelled peas to most
other sorts.
New Giant Podded Main Crop Pea.
\ “TEDDY ROOSEVELT.”
The largest ‘“podder,’ surest ‘‘cropper,” and
heaviest “‘yielder,” of all the main crop sorts.
The “Telephone” and ‘Stratagem”’ were the
FIRST large podded sorts. They naturally crea-
ted a sensation because widely advertised, and
are at present the most largely usedin America
of any of the large podded varieties. They have,
however, one very serious defect, THE PODS
CONTAIN VERY FEW PEAS.
The fault has been remedied in some of the lat-
erintroductions, and notably so in the “Teddy
Roosevelt.” This grand new pea resembles the
Telephone in color of pod and foliage and in hab-
it of growth, but the pods are larger,and a bushel
of pods will SHELL OUT NEARLY TWICE AS
MANY PEAS as the Telephone.
Nothing inthe long list of peas excels the ‘‘Ted-
dy” in richness, sweetness and flavor, and it
ought not to take a pea planter long to figure out
thata bushel of pods that will give as many peas
as TWO BUSHELS of othervarieties is the KIND
TO GROW. Large pkt., 10c; qt., 55e; 2 qts., $1.00,
postpaid. By express orfreight qt., 40c; 2 qts.,
70 ¢; bu., $7.50.
MAIN GROP VARIETIES.
Planted at the same time as the Extra Earlies or Dwarf
varieties these come into bearing when other sorts are gone.
For the most part they stand a long time fit for table use and
asa rule they are, except where noted, sweeter than the
early sorts. The pods are large and they stand longer in fit
condition for use.
CHAMPION OF ENGLAND. 4 feet in height.
Seeds green, wrinkled. Worthy of continued
use, not only on account of its fine quality, but
from the fact that from it has sprung the whole
race of green wrinkled peas. Large pkt., 5e; qt.,
40c; postpaid. By express or freight, qt., 25c;
\% bu,, $1.15;bu., $4.00.
ABUNDANCE. Height 2% feet, seeds green,
wrinkled. Asthe name implies, this is a heavy
yielding variety andis a capital sort for family
use, as in addition to its yielding capacity, it
possesses great sweetness and general fine table
qualities. Itstands fit for use a long time. PET.
5e;qt., 40c; postpaid. By express or freight, qt.,
Rae \%'bu., $1.35; bu., $5.00.
WHITE MARROWFAT. Height4 feet. Seeds
white. Productive, but in quality rather infe-
rior. Large pkt., 5c; qt., 35e, postpaid. By ex-
press or freight qt., 20¢; 4 bu., 75e; bu., $2.75.
BLACK EYE MARROWFAT. Height 4 feet
Seeds white with black eye. Very hardy, but ot
indifferent quality. Large pkt., 5c; qt.,35c; post-
paid. Byexpress or freight qt., 20c; 4 bu., 75e;
bu., $2.75.
YORKSHIRE HERO. (Big Gem.) Height 4
feet. Seeds large, yellowish, green, wrinkled.
uality fine. Large pkt., 5e; qt., 40c, postpaid.
y express or freight, qt., 25¢e; 4 bu., $1.25; bu.,
$5.25.
¥ EVERBEARING. Height 3% feet. Seeds large
green, wrinkled. Continues long in bearing. Ex-
cellent for family use. Large pkt., 5c; qt., 40¢;
ostpaid. By express or freight, qt., 25e; 4 bu.,
#1.25; bu., $ .60.
TELEPHONE. Height3% feet. Seeds wrinkled,
green, immense pods. Peas large, of delicious
flavor. Large pkt., 5e; qt., 45c, postpaid. By ex-
press or freight, qt., 30c; 4 bu., 1.75; bu., $6.00.
STRATAGEM. Height 1% feet. Seeds wrinkled,
¥ green, very large pods. Our stock is very fine,
peas of first-class quality. Large pkt., 5e; qt.,45e;
ostpaid. By expressor freight, qt., 30c; 4 bu.,
1.75; bu., $6.00.
EDIBLE PODDED PEAS. Large white sugar.
Pkt.,5e; qt., £08, DOSFDaS By expressor freight
New Mammoth Podded Pea, ‘‘Teddy Roosevelt.” qt.. 30ce; 4 bu,
Please note that we sell pints at quart rates; and that pur-
chasers should deduct 7c a pint, 15ca quart from the pint and quart
Prices if peas are sent by express or freight at their expense.
NortHrup, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 61
PEPPER.
AMERICAN GROWN SEED.
Our Packets of Pepper Contain on the average about 400 Seeds.
Large Pkt. Oz. 4 1b. Lb.
GOLDEN DAWN Sweet, handsome, yellow.... 5e¢ 20c 60c $2.00
* RUBY KING. Beautiful bright red; large fruit,
Prnvid™ Ome OL ene DeStices soto es «eine cee ones sae
FLARGE SQUASH. Productive. Much used for
“fskel SS SSoues.6: cc eeR ESIC SOS UG O Acland os RedBoc hn os onc
ALONG RED CAYENNE. Bright red. Pods small
~_ZARGE BELL OR BULL NOSE. Large and mild,
: Early. Favorite sort 5 20 60 2.00
IS wOXHEART. Heart-shaped: finefor pickling.... 5 20 60 2.00
1 ZARGE GOLDEN UPRIGHT. Quite distinct;
Gouble the size of Golden Dawn, and quite
Sweetsine tor Plano OeSs.---ptesecisas ck ec oe eae ori
® PROCOPP GIANT. Very large, brightlycolored;
5 20 60 2.00
5 20 60 2.00
5 20 60 2.00
5 20 60 2.00
P datas Tike Zot 85-65 WERE N oe OOP eee ean caocepener ne 20 60 2.00
& RED CHERRY. Cherry shaped; largely used
LOHR Sree ee oe cs oss Sass SaaS es ae eke 20 60 2.00
y RED CHILI. Very productive, small,red, very _-
pungent.... 5 20 60 2.00
(YELLOW CHILI. Similarin form to Red Chili,
: . but more pungent andof beautiful yellowcolor
@ MONSTROUS. Very large French soft...........
SWEET SPANISH. Large, mild; usedforsalad..
/SWEET MOUNTAIN. Large and of mild flavor;
5 25 75 2.50
5 20 60 2.00
5 20 60 2.00
& much used for making Mangoes...........--.-- oe 5 20 60 2.00
©ELESTIAL. A Chinese pepper; first fruit is
Pepper. yellow; and when fully matured becomes a
deep scarlet..22.. ce MOE Ee eo On ite Seek Oy a0 757 32:50
Large Pkt. Oz. %1b. Lb.
& KALEIDOSCOPE. So called because the
fruits are constantly changing in color,
through all shades from light yellow to in-
a LEHSCUSCARIC Gretel cons Jobs tee eeeesee sees. 8 20 75 2.50
\ CARDINAL. Grows about six inches long;
very sweet and thick fleshed; bright colored 5 15 50 1.75
. RED CLUSTER. A new type of Chili, with
upright, bright, pungent red fruits........... 5 +15 50 1.75
PUMPHIN.
Our packets of Pumpkin Contain on the average about 75 seeds.
- JAPANESEPIE,. From Japan. Entirely dis-
tinct; in quality is first-class; Keeps well.
The seeds are very curiously marked....... 5 10 25 38
y EARLY SUGAR. Fine grained, sweet and BG
5 prolific. Smallin size. but one of the best
TOL DICSs > Soret ss te ose eS eee eee ns es = Behe ab i0 25 03D GY
ty QUAKERPIE. An excellent variety...... 5 10 5 .80 7
GOLDEN OBLONG. Prolific, superior quali-
ty; good keeper; flesh very thick and fine
SPE PUTA CCy eee oe S te oa Sisite cick -neie oh ceed Oe B14)
LARGE CHEESE; (KENTUCKY FIELD).
Large, hardy and productive. Excel'ent for
table use. Oneof the best sorts for stock
SHORTER ses re Sn Ones anal CASE Geri
& TENNESSEE SWEET POTATO. Pear shaped;
creamy white in color; fine grained; dry
5 10 26 -60
and brittle SOOCPREe PEL... .-.-.catie-- sete eses OD 10 25 Py >)
é CONNECTICUT FIELD. The standard varie-_ .
ty for field culture and stock feeding........ 5 10 20 50
, oN., K. & CO”JS MAMMOTH PRIZE. The
i largest pumpkin grown. Has attained a = = . —SS
weight of 225 pounds. If youwish tosee just Kentucky Field, or Large Cheese Pumpkin.
how large a pumpkin you can grow, try our
Mammoth Prize. Thequality is excellent.10 15 50 1,50
“The Finest.”
of
‘Your Golden Oblong Pumpkin are the finest I ever
: tasted, and so my neighborssay.”
Miss E. J. MULLEN, Calhoun, Wis.
“Will Buy Again.”
“Qne giving your seeds a trial, will certainly buy
again.” J. N. Byers, Olden, Mo.
“No Equal.”
“‘For sure heading, size and quality, your Model Cauli-
flower has no equal.” M. A. BURGESS, Pawling, N. Y
“Not Surpassed.”
‘Your Klondike Watermelon is the very best water-
melon I have seen raised here. For earliness and quality
it can not be surpassed. The Kentucky Blue Grass seed
from you did exceedingly well.”
JAMES A. HARDING, Parkman, Ky.
“Entire Satisfaction.”
“The seeds ordered from you last spring gave entire
satisfaction in every respect. They are all the very best,
2 and morethan you claim for them. The Holland cab-
~ c : bage seed has secured for me one of the best crops in this
Connecticut Field Pumpkin. section. I should recommend to those wanting seeds true
to name and nature to purchase them of N., K. & Co.”
“T have dealt with your firm for the jast ten years and haye been more than DUNCAN WESTSIDE,
pleased with yourseeds, and the honorable treatment that I received at your
Springs Garden,
hands, and would not have seeds from any other house if I could get them for West Owasso, Mich.
nothing. Your seeds have always proved true to name and reliable in every
respect.” x 5 FRANCIS DAVIS, Goodhue, Minn.
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“THE SECRET OF GROW- CONSISTS chiefly in the observance on the part of the grower
ING GOOD RADISHES’” of three points. First, they should be grown on light,
—_— Quick soil. Second, they should be given plenty of water, and
last, but not by any means least, the right kind of seed shouid be sowns Radishes grow very quickly,
and if not supplied with sufficient moisture are apt to be pithy. py
“NEW TRIUMPH RADISH. This is a EARLY SCARLET TURNIP,
Neeidediy unique novelty in Radishes. It
is very early, maturing abouttwenty days
It is of globe
shape, the tops are short, which make oit
1e
flesh is very crisp. solid and of mild flavor.
Its most distinctive feature is the unique :
color of roots, which is entirely different a
from the time of sowing.
valuable for growing under glass.
heretofore
from anything grown,
its very distinctive appearance.
pkt., 5c; oz.,10c; 4 1b., 20c, lb., 65e.
i EARLY FRENCH BREAKFAST.
7 EARLY WHITE TURNIP. A medi-
um size variety, grown very largely for
summer use. It takes about 30 days to
mature and remains fit for use a long |};
time afterreaching edible size. Large
pkt , 5c; oz., 8c; 4 lb., 20c; lb., 60c. }
EARLY YELLOW SUMMER. Round
in Shape, grows to large size, mild in fi
flavor, crisp and remains solida long £
while; excellent for Summer use. £
Large pkt., 5e;0z., 7c; 4 1b.,20ce;1b., 60c. iit
¥ EARLY SCARLET GLOBE. Fine
r forcing oropen ground. The shape
is alittle longer thanround,and the
color which it holds long after pulling,
is very brilliant and attractive. Large ;
pst, 5¢e; 0z., 8¢e;4 lb., 20c;1b., 65e. i
© ROSY GEM. In shape and color re- }
sembles Early Scarlet Turnip, white f)
tipped, but reaches a larger size; of ex- 4
cellent quality. Large pkt., 5c; oz., 8¢;§
WY tb., 20¢; lb, 65e.
EARLY WHITE BOX. Similar to
the White Turnip, but attains larger
size. Large pkt., 5c; oz., 8c;4lb., 20c;
lb., 65e.
Early Olive-Shaped Varieties
FRENCH BREAKFAST. A great fa- |}
vorite. Beautiful, bright scarlet, with } |
Ovalin shape, fine for 4}
open ground or forcing, large pkt., 5e; |)
pure white tip.
oz., 8c; % Ib., 20c;1b., 65c.
¢ EARLY SCARLETOLIVE. A very |
and
makes it a true ornament on the table.
The ground color is pure white, striped
horizontally with bright scarlet. It shouid
bein every private garden, and market
_ gardeners will find ready sale for it on
account of its superior quality, as well as
Large
useful variety. Matures in 25 days, col- |!
or bright, flesh crisp and tender. Large §
pkt., 5c;0z., 8c., 41b., 20c;lb., 65e.
b WHITE OLIVE-SHAPED. Flesh
nild and firm. Large pkt., 5¢; oz., 8e:
Ylb., 20e; 1b.,65c.
Long White Varieties.
& LONG WHITE VIENNA or LADY
FINGER. Pure white in color, of long
tapering Shape, very attractive in ap-
pearance, sweet, mild and delicious,
Large pkt., 5c;0z.,8c; 4 Ib., 20c; lb., 65c,
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RADISH.
Deduct
10 cents a Ib.
from prices
mamegd if sent
by express or
freight.
NEW TRIUMPH
EARLY
WHITE TIPPED. Wehavea very
clean and beautiful strain of this
popular sort.Itisextremelyearlyand
is largely used both for growing un-
der glass and outdoors. One of the
most attractive Radishes for the ta-
ble. Large pkt, 5¢;0z., 8c; % Ib.,
20e;11b., T5e.
K. EARLY DEEP SCARLET. Root
ark red_in color, grows very
smooth. Remains fit for use longer
than any other early variety. Large
YS BAe oz., 8c; 4% Ib., 20c; 1 Ib.,
Cc.
SCARLET TURNIP, WHITE TIP.
iv WHITE STRASBURG. A large,
1edium long sort, with heavy
shoulders, tapering gradually to
base. Plesh and skin pure white.
Resists drought. Large pkt., 5e; oz.,
Sc; 144 lb., 20¢; lb., 65e.
Hong Red Varieties.
GLASS or CINCINNATI MAR-
KET. In appearance this radish is
entirely unique. It is very early,
splendid for forcing or open ground.
Mr. Northrup saw this fine Radish
in the Cincinnati market several
years ago, procured some of theseed
and was thefirst to bringit to the no-
tice ofthe trade. The name ‘‘Glass”
was given it on account ofits trans-
parency. Large pkt., 5¢e; oz., 10¢e;
14 Ib.,20c; lb., 65e,
LONG SCARLET SHORT TOP
A standard popular sort. Grows to
6inchesinlength, matures quickly
and can be used before it is fully
grown. Large pkt., 5e;0z., 8e; 4lb.,
20e; lb., 60e.
CHARTIER or SHEPHERD. The
argest and handsomest summer
sort. The color at the topis of a viv-
edcrimson, fading gradually to pure
whiteattip. Is delicious in flavor, re-
sists drought effectually. Large pkt.
5e; oz., 8c; 34 1b., 20c; lb., 65e.
-Wwoon’s EARLY FRAME, An
We ptowenmiene on Long Scarlet.
Largely used for forcing and a very
popular variety with those who
know it. Our stock is fine. Large
pkt., 5e; 0z., 10c: \ Ib., 20c; Ib., 700,
Winter Varieties.
CHINA ROSE. Bright rose color,
lesh firm and piquant, oblong in
shape, one of the best for winter use.
Large pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; \ 1b., 20e;
Ibi. 0c. s
} LONG BLACK SPANISH. One
of the largest and best for winter
use. Large pkt., 5c; oz., 8c; 4 Ib.,
20¢; lb.,65ce.
. CALIFORNIA MAMMOTH
WHITE. A white flesh winter Rad-
ish of superior quality. iaxge pkt.,
5c; oz., 10¢; \ 1b., 20c; Ib., 65e.
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¥ RHUBARB.
MONARCH. The largest and most productive variety known. The leaf stalks arevery
numerous, the longer ones being from 15 to 20 in.in length, and fully 1% in. wide. The
whole plant is nearly 5% feet in diameter, while the leaves, exclusive of the flower stalks,
are about 2% feetin height. Itis the first article of the season from the garden, and no
private garden should be withoutit. Large pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; 4 Ib., 60c; 1b., $2.00. *
ye LINNAEUS. Early and of excellent quality. Lrg. pkt., 5¢; oz., 15¢e; 4 1b., 506; 1b., 51.50.
VICTOBIA. Very large. Later than Linnaeus. Lrg. pkt., 5c; 0z., 15¢€; 4lb., 50€;1b., $1.56.
(for Rhubarb Roots see page 67.
PR SALSIFY, CR VEGETABLE OYSTER. .
IMPROVED FRENCH. Thick and smooth. Lrg. pkt. 5¢e;0z., 10c; 14 Ib., 20c; 1lb., 75e.
SANDWICH ISLAND. Largest variety, superior. Lg. pkt.,5¢; 0z., 10¢; 4 Ib., 25c; Ib., 80c.
pe WISCONSIN GOLDEN. (New)
Large, yellowish, rich; tender
and brittle. Large pkt., 5¢; oz.
25e;141b., 50c; Ib., $1.50.
SPINACH.
PRICES: Seed of any of the be-
low mentioned varieties of Spin-
ach supplied at the uniform
price of 5¢ an oz., 10c¢ per 4% I1b.,
30c 1lb., postage pd. By exp. or
frt.at purchaser’s expense, I1b.,
20c;10 lbs.,@ 15ec. Write for spec-
A low price on larger quantities.
i BLOOMSDALE OR SAVOY
Leaved. Standardsort. It grows
quickly to suitable size to use,
but soon runs to seed. Itisoneof
the hardiest varieties. Quality
is excellent.
Vionc STANDING. Round, thick leaved; stands Long Standing Spinach.
longest without running to seed. Best for family use. rt x
oils Leaves large and thick. PRICKLY. Very hardy, Stands the winter well.
TO MARKET ifs esas BE gardeners, as a rule, send away from home for their seeds.
GARDENERS. Our orders from distant cities are increasing in number and size each
year, and this, of course, gives us great satisfaction. We are best pleased, however, to be
able to state that we have and hold the trade oi the best gardeners of our own town.
Such expressions as those of Mr. Busch, Mr. Reeves and Mr. Bachman are but a type of
many we could and would be glad to print, if space admitted.
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“] Recommend your Seeds to my Fellow Gardeners.” | “Can One Say More?” ; ; st Part of ule Time, but All the Time.
- i he greater part
I have relied upon you for my I have purchased the greater part $ 2S Pe aased the = p
seeds for about 12 years. Your seeds $ of my seeds from your house for the SES ee epee 3 eee
2 Ss, g
have helped make my business the ¢ last fourteen years, and speak from { = Y : :
L s : : S ; 1} me every satisfaction. It is worth at
success it has become. I confident-}long experience when I say they great deal toa market gardener tot
ly recommend them to my fellowjthave given perfect satisfaction.{ Rnhow where hecan get zood seeds, {
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gardeners. he fod 3 Can one say more? ; not part of the time, but all the time. t
NRY BACHMAN, ¢ Yours truly, _ FRED BUSCH, NELSON REEVES.y :
Minneapolis.
Sa : ; _ NY N RE
Minneapolis. Minneapolis, Nov. 15, 1897. Bt
ae pews 8 exe Beene principal eaedoners
2 : : of Minneapolis. In addition to his out-door
dener in the State of Minnesota. He owns crops, he owns and operates seven large green-
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Mr. Bachman has built up a large Mr. Busch is the most extensive market gar-
: plant. He has now 39,000 feet of { seventeen large greenhouses, having 75,000 feet } i Guses. all of which are devoted to vegetables,
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of glass. His specialties are Cucumbers, To- oes = : 2
glass, the outgrowth of a very small} matoes, Radishesand Lettuce. These he sells ¢ caren ne wanky Bor Sic coe t
ee H faak not only throughout the Northwest, but ships ¢ Sane alan tel(eronen bathe aae from oun ne pg
: I ansy plz ’ 3
beginning. e also cultivates an i largely to Chicago, St. Louis and other lead- ; perial German Strain, which ORS RGIS
ing markets. The preceding statement from . ‘ 5
2 . = t used it consider unequaled for beauty and
; aman like Mr. Busch means a great deal. ¢ diversity of color and marking).
extensive market garden.
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aa | we
“PERFECT ceMgem a
“SQUASH.
Large pkt. Oz. &lb. Lb.
SUMMER VARIETIES. “U5 VEGETABLE MARROW. Af
Largepkt. Oz. 4b. Lb. vorite English sort, Flesh EE
DELICATA (Henderson's). May be and of rich flaVOre... eee. seen eee 5e 10c 30c $1.00
used either as a summer or win-
ter variety; matures about the WINTER VARI ETIES.
same time a the summer
Vv squashes and is better flavored. 5c 10ce 25¢ %0c EARLY ORANGE MARROW. A
%
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EARLY WHITE SCALLOP BUSH. : Selection from the Boston Mar-
Earliest. 5 10 25 so row. Fruitsmaller but earlier.
EARLY YELLOW SCALLOP ~ Flesh, yellow, thick,finequality. 5c 10e 25c¢ Yc
BUSH] EP xcellentie.- ue seat eee 5 10 25 % WFAXON V ery early, medium size-
EARLY SUMMER CROOKNECK. orange flesh, good keeper. One
One of the best; yellow.......... 5 10 25 80 of the best for family use......... 5 10 25 70
EARLY PIN EAPPLE, White é FORDHOOK Matures early. ;
skin and flesh; late........ lO) £50" 1600 Flesh is dry and sweet, and of
} PERFECT GEM. Round, white; most excellent quality. Ripens
productive 5 10 30 1.00 earlier than any other winter
GOLDEN CUSTARD. Sameas Yel- squash. The fruit can be used
low Bush, but larger.............-. 5 10 25 90 atany stage of growth........... 5 10 35 1,10
MAMMOTH SUMMER CROOK- ¥ CANADA CROOKNECK. Flesh
INE CIR. be c8 case ois seh aeine 5 10 25 80 close Saeed sweet and fine
MAMMOTH WHITE BUSH.. 5 10 30 90 flavored .. ces 6 See heen c Meet Rone 10 25 80
» MAMMOTH CHILI. At-
tains enormous size, often
reaching a weight of 200 Ibs.
Despite “its size, its flesh is
rich and fine flavored. It is
especially desirable for stock
feeding and exhibition pur-
poses. Large pkt., 5c; oz.,15e;
14 lb., 50e; Ib., $1.50.
HUBBARD. (N., K. & Co’s
& Selected Stock.) ‘The great
popularity of the Hubbard
has led us to pay particular
attention to our stock of this
important sort. Itis hardly
necessary to say that the
Hubbard is the standard sort,
not only as a long keeper, but
on account of its quality
which is pee ye Bre Large
pkt., 5c; oz., 15¢e; 41b., 35e;
WARTED HUBBARD. A
=O Hubbard Squash, large,black-
ish green, hard as wood, with
warty knobs all over it, satis-
fies even the inexperienced
observer that it is rich in
uality, a keeper and thick
fleshed—such will sell at
sight, while ordinary small,
irregular, poorly colored spec-
imens stay on the stand until
they rot. This strain has be-
come very populss. Pkt., 5e;
0Z., 15¢; ly 1lb., 35e; Ib. #1. 10:
OFFICE OF NORTHRUP, KING & CO.
wit ab a enon eh be ey! GENTLEMEN: The second carload of Hubbard Squashis
PURE FOOD SPECIALTIES. received and found in perfectcondition. Both carloads have
been FAR SUPERIOR in QUALITY and SIZE TO ANY WE HAVE
BEEN ABLE TO SECURE IN ANY OTHER TERRITORY. For this =
reason we think it would be a good scheme to BUY SOME OF YOUR SEED
We could possibly use 500 Ibs. of your seed, providing you could make usa reasonable
figure. Yours truly, MERRELL, SOULE & Co.
NMDQBWO DD A DDDD SIV ADIYOODHVID lS DROLOH DH D9 OBO AIIae
if by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, deduct 10c per pound from above prices.
NortTHRuP, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 65
TOMATO.
Our Packets of Tomato Contain on
in Average about1,400O Seeds.
EARLY MINNESOTA. The earliest
good Tomato. Our stock of this splendid
Tomato has come in competition in the race
for earliness with numerous other varieties
sent out under strong claims, has beaten
them all, and remains today, as it was
when we first offeredit eight years ago—the
earliest of all the good varieties.
y’The Imperial, Early Ruby aad Early
| Michigan are excellent sorts, but the Early
[innesota is superior to these in shap-
¥ liness, color, smoothness, size, solidity
and flavor, as well as being EARLIER.
Those wishing to have the Earliest good
Tomato must have our Early Minnesota.
Large pkt., 15€; 0z., 30c; 14lb., $1.00
=
Lf NEW “SCARLET” DWARF CHAMPION.
e last year for the first time offered seed ofa New
Dwarf Chainpion, the fruit of which is of a bril-
liant scarlet, instead of purplish pink as is the
case with the well known Dwarf Champion.
Otherwise it is identical with this exception; it
is earlier.
We strongly recommend a liberal planting of
Cae solid new sort. Large pkt.,10c; oz., 30c;
41b., Cc.
5 ATLANTIC PRIZE. One of the earliest to-
Mmatoes. The vines grow strong, stiff and very
rapidly, Sotere the crown pone wee uate
Pee ee oung, the buds appearing before e plant is
EARLY MINNESOTA TOMATO. Souk Tathes high. The fruit is borne in immense
(GREATLY REDUCED SIZE.) clusters, each vine producing from sixty to
eighty large, perfect fruits, very solid and of the finest quality. Per pkt,. 5c; oz., 20c; 14 1b., 50e. :
© EARLY RUBY. Very early. Closely resembles Atlantic Prize, fruit well shaped, bright red. Productive.
kt., 5c; oz., 20c; 4% lb., 60e.
4 Srey eee ann Very early. Resembles Atlantic Prize, except that fruit is of a deeper color. Pkt., 5c;
02..20c; 4 lb. 50c.
= FORDHOOK EARLY. One of theearliest. Fruit shapely. Ripens upevenly about the stem. Fruit rich
rimson in color, but tinted with purple like the well known and favorite Acme. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; 41b.,5UVe.
~MATCHLESS. This tomato is wellnamed; itis matchless in form. The skin being so tough that if picked
When ripe they can be kept in good condition as longas ten days. It is a strong grower and productive, pro-
ducing fruit of large size. The fruit is very free from core, of medium size; color; rich, cardinalred. Pkt., 5c;
oz., 20c; 14 1b., T5e.
THE STONE. This variety is very large,and of bright scarlet color;
ry smooth, ripening evenly to the stem without a crack, exceedingly
solid; is an excellent shipper; quality the very best; fine for canning; a
good keeper; without hard core; not subject to rot; its vines and foliage
rank and robust. Pkt., 5¢e; oz., 20c; 4% lb., 50e.
Y DWARF CHAMPION. Dwarfand compact in habit; stands up well
even when loaded with fruit; having a stiff, bushy stem, can be planted
close together; very desirable in small gardens; very early. It is always
Sood attractive; the skin is tough and fleshsolid. Pkt., 5¢; oz.. 20ce;
4. 1D., 4 oe, 2
¥ ROYAL RED. A first-class main crop variety for the shipper, market
nd private gardener, anda of special value to the Canner and Catsup Maker,
for whose use it is expected to eclipse all others, Itis of a deep, rich red
color, without any purple tinge. Pkt., 5¢; oz., 20c; % lb., 50c.
* PONDEROSA. The largest tomato grown. Twelve specimens have
een exhibited that weighed 16% pounds, and one monster tipped the
scale at nearly FOUR POUNDS. It possesses every good quality to be
found in atomato. Pkt., 5e; oz., 30c; % Ib., $1.00.
}. LIVINGSTON’S FAVORITE. Large, smooth, blood-red sort, early;
ripens allover and through at once. Will bear shipping long distances.
Peat on: seeds, and has no hard green core. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20ce; 4%
., 0c.
ye LIVINGSTON’S BEAUTY. Early, of smooth form, free from rot, keeps
and carries well. In color, a rich, glossy crimson. It is valuable for
market from its solidity, toughness of skin, and from the fact that it will
Sree up well when picked green. Pkt., 5c;, oz., 15¢; 41b., 50c; Ib., STRAWBERRY GROUND CHER-
; RY or HUSK TOMATO. This is
GOLDEN QUEEN. A yellow variety of first-class quality; large, much liked for preserves, and for
smooth, solid, and productive; has very little acid, Navor excellent. None
id, : : d 1 eating from the hand. The seed we
better for slicing and BEE eane: ehccd with one of the redsortsitmakes offerisfrom the true yellow Ground
<t., 5c: 0z., 25¢.
a pleasing appearance. Cherry; ve rolific. Besides its
yeXELLOW FIG or YELLOW PLUM. Recommended especially for ; ae
f ! \ use for preserves, it makes good
ickles and preserves. Fruit uniformly oval, lemon-colored and smooth- pies and is yery fine dried in sugar.
skinned. Pkt., 5e;o0z., 25e. Pkt., 5¢€; 0z., 20c; % Ib., 50c.
if By Express or Freight at Purchaser’s expense, deduct 10c per Ib. from above prices.
hl
66 NorTHRuUP, KInGc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
i N., K. & CO”S EARLY White MODEL. Best for Private
TU RN | P Table Sorts. Gardens and Home Use. Globe shape, color pure white, early.
Very solid and sweet. Large pkt., 5c; oz., 8c; 4% Ib., 20c; Ib,,
Our Pkts. of Turnip Contain about 3,500 Seeds. 60c, postpaid.
By Express or Freight Deduct 10c a pound. EXTRA EARLY MILAN TURNIP. The Earliest Turnip,
Tops very small, distinctly strap-leaved, and growing very
erect and compact. Forms bulbs earliest of any sort. Roots small and shapely, Pkt., 5¢e; 0z., $e; 41b., 20c; Ib., 65ce,
postpaid.
EARLY RED, OR PURPLE TOP, STRAP-LEAVED TURNIP. The Most Popular Sort. A general favorite
with all, and more largely grown than any other turnip; will do well to sow either broadcast or in drills, and
will form good sized bulbs in seven or eight weeks. Pkt., 5c; 0z., 8c; 4 lb., 15e€; lb., 45e, postpaid.
Y EARLY WHITE FLAT DUTCH TURNIP. A very popular sort for either table use or for market; grows
quickly, comes early; clear white skin, and flesh of juicy, mild flavor and excellent quality; produces bulbs en-
tirely free from small roots. Pkt.,, 5e;0z., 8e;%4 lb., 15¢; lb., 45e, postpaid.
aa EARLY PURPLE TOP MUNICH TURNIP. Avery handsome early turnip, forming bulbs six inches in di-
ameter within three months. It is one of the best for first crop, but after attaining a large size, it becomes woody
and fibrous. Nota good sort to grow for winter use. Pkt ., 5c; 0z., 8e; 4 1lb., 15¢; lb., 50e, postpaid.
ete GOLDEN BALL OR ORANGE JELLY TURNIP. One of the most delicious and sweetest yellow-fleshed
Turnips. Not of large size, but firm, hard and excellent flavor. Keeps well and is superior as a table variety.
Pkt., 5¢; oz., 8¢; 4 lb’, 15¢€; 1b., 50e, postpaid.
y WHITE EGG TURNIP. A quick grower;a grand good keeper; excellent either as an early or late variety,
Plet., 5¢; oz., 10¢; 4% 1lb., 20c; 1b., 70c, postpaid.
& PURPLE TOP WHITE GLOBE TURNIP. Of a perfect globe shape, about six inches in diameter, with
smooth white skin, flesh pure and white, firm and crisp, and of quick growth. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 4 Ib., 15e;
lb., 50c, postpaid.
OE AD SO SO _E es
TOBACCO.
CONNECTICUT SEED LEAF, A largely _culti- HESTER. Yellow type, makes fine cigar stock.
vated sort in America. Large pkt., 5c; oz., 15; %4 It has size,shape, texture and color, and ripens
-, 00¢c; lb. 75, 5 : = :
lb., 505 1b., $1.75 early. It recommends itself greatly in this, that it
PENNSYLVANIA SEED LEAF. Widely known has greater adaptability over a wider range of soils
and used. Our seed is from the famous Lancaster and latitude than any other of the yellow varieties
county district. Large pkt., 5c; 0z., 15c; 4 1b., 50c; i ;
lb., $1.75. and may,on this score, be considered the surest.
; Large pkt., 5¢; oz., 20c; \ Ib., 50e; Ib., $1.75.
CONQUEROR. A vigorous growing variety of aM © DKt., SG; '0x 0; 4 1b., 5 b.$
finest texture. Early and easily cured. Our stock SWEET ORONOCO. Used for first-class plug
a a op Oe as ae eoe ib ae Gio ee Large fillers, and makes, when sun cured, the best Natu-
DC*'OZsy Be »,, 60c; +) Pe ° & ; x > :
naa date Destin : Ope ; ral Chewing Leaf. A favorite for the “Homespun”
HAVANA. A genuine Cuban. strain. From wherever introduced. Known as Little Oronoco in
the celebrated plantations of the Vuelto de a “
Abajo.” Large pkt., 5¢; oz., 20ce; 4% lb., 60c; Ib., some localities. Large pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; 4 1b., 50c;
$2.25. Ib., $1.75.
wwoews~- heim, Ah te lA ciel eth, tht li th ie hii i shies it.the.clieti.thie.i.ti.tlis,
if by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, deduct 10c per pound from above prices.
NORTHRUP, KING & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 67
HERBS.
Utilize the corners for a few Pot and Sweet Herbs (for flavoring
soups, meats, etc.), indispensable to every garden, while Medicinal
Herbs will be found useful. Thrive nicely along sunny side of fence,
in a deep, fairly rich soil.
Pkt. Oz.
ANISE. Used for cordials, garnishing and flavoring ........ 5¢ 20¢
BALM. Leaves used for making pleasant beverages........ 5 25
BASIL, Sweet. The leaves are used in flavoring soups, etc.. 5 20
BORAGE. Leaves used for flavoring and flowers furnish
- bee pasturage; most easily grown in any waste place.. 5 15
CARAWAY. Grown forseeds. Used for flavoring........... 5 10
CATNIP, or Catmint. Leavesand young shoots for seasoning 10 40
DILL. Seeds have an aromatic odor and pungent taste..... 5 10
FENNEL, Sweet. Ornamental; when boiled,used in fish sauce 5 10 Pkt. Oz.
CORIANDER. Seeds used in the manufacture of liquors, in confectionery and
Culinary~prepabattOnsycc meso ccems cclsciiaccieciecineinc ne cetelcescce cool Lee nt ee 10
HOREHOUND. For seasoning and cough remedy .......... 0.0... cece cee eee ee eeeeess OD 30
LAVENDER. Anaromatic, medicinal herb... 55 5)5... ee Le a ee 20
MARJORAM, Sweet. Leaves and shoots for Seasoning.......... 5. cece ce ceee ee ceeeee BD 20
PENNYROYAL. Agreeable odor and flavor... 22.2... occ cece cece cece cece eee ness. 10 75
SAGE SaNiost.usetuliherb for SeaSOnim se oe jee sess seo cone uke ge cee nc eee ca een ee 15
SUMMER SAVORY. Used for flavoring SoupS.... 2.0... ccc ce cee ce cee ce cece eeees 5 15
THYME. Leaves and young shoots used for seasoning; a tea is made of leaves,
a remedy for headache..........--+.eeeeeeeeeee sole SSG ease Seecie ee ae eeee 30
ARTICHOKE ROOTS.
The New Large Jerusalem Variety; producing from 400 to 1,000 bushels per acre. An
excellent food for cattle, sheep and horses. Fed to milch cows, they are for the production
of milk, equalif not superiorto bran. But their greatest value is for food for hogs. Even
the labor of feeding is avoided,as the hogs will help themselves if allowed to Go so.
Ve consider them the cheapest and healthiest hog food possible to raise, and find that
([lisreti brood sows have free access to Artichokes, they and their pigs invariably do
if
muscle. Hogs will not only grow, butfatten on them.
On good land, with the same culture as corn, Artichokes will produce
from 400 to 1,000 bushels peracre. A.C. Williams, of lowa, a very prominent
breeder of Poland Chinas, says: “Forty head of hogs and pigs may be kept
without other food on an acre of Artichokes from the time frost is out of the
? ground untilthey grow again, and from October Ist until the ground freezes
Wjagain. They produce more hog food per acre then any other crop I am ac-
i ¢ quainted with, and the hogs will harvest the crop themselves. Artichokes
Jy ” also produce an immense quantity of tops, of which cattle, horses and mules
are very fond, and which makes excellent food when properly cured. A
chemical analysis of roots Shows them to be superior to Carrots, Parsnips,
Mangels, Sugar Beets and Turnips, both as flesh and fat formers.”
; PLANTING, CULTURE, PRICE, ETC. Artichokes need planting but once,
z and little or no culture after the first year. Cut as potatoes, only smaller;
Artichoke. plant in rows three and one-half feet apart. Plow deep, plant shallow, say
two inches; the second year, break up the ground as for corn; will come up
thick all overthe surface. Run through each way with a cultivator when a few inches high. Price,1 Ib., 30e;
4 lbs., $1.00, by mail postpaid. By freight or express, 4 bu., 50c¢; 1bu., $1.50; barrel of 3 bu. for 1 acre, $4.00.
/ well. Thereis no better food to build up large healthy frames, with plenty of bone and
anes HON
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ASPARAGUS ROOTS.
By far the most satisfactory way to obtain an Asparagus bed is to set out the roots. We send out no roots
that are less than two years old. They may be sent by express or freight, with the assurance that they will
arrive in perfect condition for plantirg. ;
Asparagus Roots are sent only by Express at purchaser’s expense. They are warranted to reach destination
in good growing condition.
: Per 100. Per 1000.
Palmetto Roots...............00200 008 Ropes pee sere TREE SEED.
Conover’s Colossal..............-2+..e-+-+---- : By mail, postpaid.
Columbian Mammoth White....... Soo 26008 1.00 7.50 Write for Special Price on quantity.
RHUBARB ROOTS. Deciduous Trees, Hedge and Flowering Shrubs.
a ; < Per Ib. Per lb.
_ Bach. OZ Box Elder ........... $ .35 Black Locust........ 30
Monarch.................By mail, postpaid 20¢ $2.00 White Ash........... 35 Honey Locust....... .30
Victeria.............-.... af sf 10 1.00 (Cottonwood ......... 1.00 Dogwood ............. 1.25
Linnaeus 6635 2: x ae 10 1.00 European Beech.... 1.00 Paw Paw ............ 1.20
3 . Norway Maple...... 89 Sassafrass...... 2.00
9 = ) - ee eee .
Extra large clumps, each, 25c; ,dozen, $2.00, will be Sycamore ............ -90 Wild Black Cherry 1.00
sent by express only at purchaser’s expense. White Birch........ 1.25 Persimmon.. .90
Weeping Birch..... 3.00 Barberry ............ 1.40
FRUIT SEEDS. European Elm...... (sO tae 2.00
Basswood ........... 1.20 Buckthorn .......... 2.25
Apple Seeds, 45c qt.............. einisisie sin $6.00 bu. Catalpa, Hardy..... 70 Hawthorn........... 1.75
Cherry Pits, Mahaleb............0 0 ......-25- -60 lb. White Mulberry.... 2.00 Hackberry .......... 1.00
Cae ne eds ene Sat@iorEEopaasee ace Leer “40 ae Black Mulberry.... 3.00 Osage Orange....... -50
EDO A eaat cies tess ce pkt. : Ze" KR i M :
- Ee HOC DEE tees ussian Mulberry.. 2.00 Black Walnuts,bu. 1.25
Gooseberry, Red .................. 20¢ se ace oz.
zs PWello Wire sae niselen eis 20c pkt. : OZ.
ss Green oo. 555th 20c pkt. 1.00 oz. EVERGREENS.
LECIRC A ET) Sp 35c qt. 1.50 bu.
Plum Pits, Myrobalan........... bh a 75 Ib. 3 _ Per Ib. i Per lb.
German Prunes..... —ceseceeee ; -60 Ib. American Arbor Vi- White Spruce....... $6.00
Green! Gaces.. 50560 0 eh 3 -65 Ib. tok: SAAC Ae. ee =...» $2.50 Scotch Fir........... 2.00
Pea TISSEU re ns sieht Een 20c oz. 2.25 lb. Golden Arbor Vitz. 4.00 Australian Pine.... 2.00
Quince Seed ............ 2.20000 00: 20c oz. 2.25 lb. European Larch.... 1.50 White Pine.......... 2.40
Raspberry Seed..................- 10c pkt. -60 oz. Balsam Fir.......... me2O>* (Silver Min .c. osc. cece 1.50
Strawberry Seed.................. 10c pkt. -75 oz Hemlock Spruce... 6.00 Red Cedar........... 1.25
Japanese Wineberry ............ 10c pkt. weseeeseee Norway Spruce..... 1.25 Boxwood......... Sono 2 eras
68 NortHrup, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
_FLOWER SEEDS. |
Our list of flower seeds embraces all the popular and easy-grown
varieties, as well as the best novelties of recent production. We desire
to call especial attention to our IMPERIAL MIXTURES. These are
made up by ourselves from named sorts saved from the finest strains
of the best specialists of America and Europe.
Our packets, we believe, contain more seeds in proportion to the
price asked than those put up by any other house.
We greatly regret that we cannot illustrate every one of the beauti-
ful varieties we list. Prominenceis given to many leading sorts, but
many to which prominence is not given are equally worthy of display.
Let us suggest again by all means to try our IMPERIAL MIX-
TURES. You will be delighted with them. Your money back if you
write us before January Ist, 1904, that they have not proven all that we
claim and more than you expected.
y LIBERAL PREMIUMS: With orders for Flower or Vegetable Sieg: aig ne
{ '$1.CO or over, you may maKe your own choice ofthe three
valuable Premiums offered on page 8S. - Do not fail to take advantage of this liber-
al offer; and be sure you give the number of Premium wanted.
~
Cur SCHOOL GARDEN FLOWER MIX-
TURE has now become so well known that it
will sell on its merits to those who have tried it
and seen it. It has interested thousands and
proven a revelation to allwho have grown it,
in the great variety of flowers it contains. It
embraces not only all the popular annuals best
known in this country, but a great many
rare and new Sorts gathered especially for this
mixture from all parts of the earth. Itis no ex-
aggeration to say that it would be impossible
to takea $2.00 bill and buy flower Seeds in
separate packages representing ONE-HALF
THE REAL VALUE OF THE SEED CON-
TAINED IN THIS MIXTURE. In former
years the price of this mixture has been 25 cts. a
package. Toincreaseitsalready great popularity
x :. + ba ae
we have this year madethe price 1O CENTSA eo
PKG., 3 PKGS. FOR 25 CTS. This mixture NEW ASTER, GIANT BRANCHING COMET,
wherever grown, attracts so many inquiries and one Bin:
has proven such a novelty, that for advertising pn '
purposes it is worth a great deal to us, and we This is one of the most beautiful and
want to place it as widely as we possibly can. satisfactory Asters ever sent out. The
It is of such unprecedented value for the money foe F ;
that everyone who receives this catalogue should plants are of very strong growth, two feet
at least trya package of this School Garden ; : Rey ees,
Hiokeer Messin YOUR MONEY BACK IF 22 height, freely branching, and produces
YOU WRITE US BEFORE JAN. 1,1904, many large double flowers of a beautiful
THAT IT HAS NOT PROVEN ALL AND oft rose pink
MORE THAN YOU EXPECTED. Put up Dr ae fy:
only by NORTHRUP, KING & CO. Pkt., 10c; three pkts., for 25 cts.
NORTHRUP, KING & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 69
Asters.
No flower, not even excepting the
Pansy, with its marvelous range of
color, or the Sweet Pea, with its won-
derful display of bloom, can approach
in many important respects the Aster.
As a bedding plant it has no superior,
and is the last to succumb to the icy
touch of winter,
Asacut flower it rivals the Chrys-
anthemum in beauty and diversity of
form and color, and remains firm and
fresh fordays. They are easily grown,
very hardy, and offer themselves for
use ata time when other garden favor-
ites are gone.
Realizing the drift of popular favor
we have gathered from the foremost
Aster specialists of the world the finest @
strains procurable, and offer them at ©
prices which will be found exceedingly
reasonable.
Aster, New Giant Comet.
The plants of this new variety are
perfectly true in character, growing
twelve to fifteen inches high and cov 3
ered with large, double flowers, as”
shown in theillustration. The flowers measure from 3% to
4% inches in diameter, resembling in shape and artistical- —
ly curved and twisted petals, the finest Chinese Chrysan- §
themums. Allcolors mixed. PkKt.,10c.
ASTERS NOW “THE RAGE”
The Pendulum of Pop-
t Favor swings from
one flower to another. A
few years ago Pansies
were “‘the fashion,’”’ of
late Sweet Peas have
been the leaders. Now it
is the Aster, and with
good reason. No flower
Aster , New Giant White Comet.
We consider this the finest white Aster in existence—long stems and very excels it in beauty and
large flowers. Pkt., 10c. i panel De: flower equals
Ss 2 it in usefulness and laste
Aster, New Giant Branching. ing qualities.
White, striped with pink. California’s best 1900 novelty is unsurpassed in beauty and elegance ofform. They
are distinct from all other sorts in shape of flowers. Grows from twelve to fifteen inches high, and covered with
large double flowers from 4 to 5 inches across—resemble a large Japanese Chrysanthemum. Pkt., 10c; 3 for 25c,
Aster , Semple’s Branching.
Handsome double Chrysanthemum-like flowers, many being over six inchesin diameter. They come into
flower from two to three weeks later than most sorts, filling in the gap between the general run of Asters and
Chrysanthemums, and are particularly desirable as cut flowers. Mixed. Pkt., 10c.
Aster, New Japanese.
Entirely distinct and novel. Plants of pyramidal growth, about eighteen inches high, bearing on long stems
from forty to fifty flowers, averaging five inches across, composed of wavy and twisted needle shaped petals,
making the flower free from the stiff and formal appearance usual to Asters. The colorisa soft flesh pink and
rose, mixed, Pkt., 8c.
Aster, New Yellow.
The form of the double flower is a perfect ball; the quills are close together and of the brightest sulphur yel-
Jow. The border petals are broad and of a lighter tint, seeming to enclose the flower like an old-fashioned bou-
quet paper. Pkt., 5c.
Aster, Fire King.
The most brilliant Aster ever introduced, and the nearest approach to scarlet yet obtainable, a color previ-
ously unknown in this popular flower, which for an autumn show of flowers few others equal. Habit very com-
pact, not more than twelve inches in height, with large, beautifully incurved flowers. Pkt., dc.
Aster, snowball.
A most distinct and handsome variety, equally valuable for pot culture and cut flowers. Itisamost
profuse bloomer, a single plant often producing as many as twenty-five to thirty pure, snow white flowers,
globular in form and of extraordinary size. Pkt.,5ce.
Aster, New Victoria.
Magnificent flowers, massive and showy, with regular overlapping petals clear tothe center. The flowers
measure four inches and more across, and are of rich and varied colors. All colors mixed. Pkt., 10c.
Aster , Perfection.
One of the most perfect and deservedly one of the most popular of all Asters; very deuble, large and beautiful
flowers, with incurved petals; height, eighteen inches to two feet; nearly thirty distinct colors. Pkt., 5c.
Aster, N., K. & Co.’s Imperial Mixture.
This grand mixture is the result of fifteen years’ experience in combining all desirable colors of each distinct
and most beautifultype. Every year we have said we can make it no better, and yet every year we have found
some new gem to add to the galaxy. This we will continue to do as fast as new varieties are perfected and new
colors fixed, always with the view of making our ‘“‘Imperial’ Mixture of Asters the finest experience can suggest
or that money can buy. Pkt, 15c; 2 pkts., 25c.
Aster, Fine Mixed.
Many varieties of different types; allcolors. Pkt., 5c.
70 NorTHRUP, KING & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
Alyssum, Littie Gem.
The plants are very dwarf, each spreads so as to completely
cover a circular space twelve to twentyinches in diameter. They
soon become one mass of white, remaining in bloom from spring
to fall—being densely studded with beautiful miniature spikes
of deliciously fragrant flowers. Pkt., 5c.
Alyssum, sweet.
Much used for edgings; excellent as a cemetery plant,
Pkt., 5c.
se e
Acroclinium.
(Pink Daisy.)
One of the most beautiful and
valuable of the everlasting flow-
ers. The densely double flowers
are faultless, both in shape and
color. Pkt., 5c.
b)
Angel’s Breath,
or Gypsophila.
An annual that should be in
every garden, for it thrives ev-
ery where and furnishes the love-
liest material for all kinds of
bouquets. The tiny little flowers
are borne in abundance on long
stems, which lend a most grace-
ful, light appearance to any
bunch of flowers, Pkt.,5e,
Ambrosia.
A hardy annual with long
spiral stems, bearing an abund-
ance of small, round, greenish
yellow buds and blossoms,
which are exceedingly fragrant,
It is as desirable as the Rose
Geranium as a plant with fra-
grant foliage,and for making up
into bouquets and other floral
work. Its long, beautiful, fringy
spirals of lovely green are un-
surpassed. It is one of the easi-
est plants to grow, and seeds
may be sown early in open
ground, Pkt., 5c.
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Alyssum, Little Gem.
Ageratum, Imperial Dark Blue.
A plant that blossoms continuously all
summerin the garden, and makes a pleasing
contrast of color with more brilliant varieties.
We offer seeds of the new Imperial Dark Blue
as best and most showy. PEt., 5c,
.
Ageratum, Dwari white.
A new variety, very dwarf and compact,
pure white. Pkt., 5c.
Crab’s-Eye Vine.
(Abrus Precatorius.)
A most beautiful climber, either for pot
culture or the open ground in summer; bears
clusters of bright yellow flowers, followed by
bunches of pods, which, when dry, burst
open, disclosing brilliant red seeds with black
eyes; used for making beads and other orna-
ments, for which purpose they are exceed-
ingly pretty. Pkt., 5c.
Anchusa Capensis,
or Cape Forget=-Me=Not.
A hardy annual of more than ordinary beauty. It grows
about two feet high, branching freely and bearing a profu-
sion of the most lovely flowers, similar in all respects to the
Forget-Me-Not, though the blooms are much larger and of
finer color. Itis always taken fora beautiful large flowering
Forget-Me-Not, and for bouquets and cut flowers it is, indeed,
N! superior to it. Itscolor is a clear, deep, brilliant blue, with
a pure white eye; one of the rarest and most lovely shades of
: that color. Itbloomsearly andcontinues all summer, Pkt., 5c.
Antirrhinum, New Giant.
Flowers double the size of the older sorts, more closely
set on the stems, and colors more clear and brilliant, Plants
very compact and bushy, growing about twelve inches high,
All colors mixed, Pkt., 5c.
Antirrhinum, Tom Thump.
(SNAP DRAGON.)
Very dwarf, growing only eight inches high, thickly stud
- ded with beautiful spikes of gay colored flowers, orange, scar-
Antirrhinum, (Snap Dragon.) let, rose-white, maroon, striped, etc. Pkt, 5c.
SOOPOLLLAOLEL.
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Bachelor’s Button, Doubie.
It has been so perfected that fully eighty per cent. of the flowers are
double and semi-double; are also increased in size and present many
bright colors and distinct markings, which have hitherto been unknown
in this old-fashioned favorite flower. Pkt., 5c.
Balsam Apple.
A beautiful climbing plant with apple-shaped fruits, which, if pre-
served in alcohol, make a most usefulliniment, Pkt., 5c.
Begonia Vernon.
One of the most satisfactory pot plants for the house, and a popular
bedding plant for the garden orlawn. It blooms with the greatest profu-
sion throughout the summer. Flowers a brilliant orange carmine with
bright yellow centers, and the foliage waxyand glossy. Itis easily raised
from the seed, and comes absolutely true. Valuable for bedding and gen-
eralculture. Pkt., 5c.
Begonia, Tuberous Rooted.
Single Mised. Saved from the finest colors. Pkt., 10c.
Cea Begonia,
Tuberous Rooted.
Double Mixed. From the
finest colors. Pkt., 10c.
Bridal Veil.
Hardy perennial; the
delicate and graceful foli-
age, covered with small
white flowers, renders it
invaluable for bouquets,
edging and rock work; re-
tains its color when dried.
Pkt, 5Ceo
Bean,
Scarlet Runner.
One of the very few
beans that is both orna-
<= mental and useful. Grows
) rapidly to a height of ten
Y or twelve feet, and is cov-
ered from July untilheavy
frost with clusters of
" beautiful scarlet flowers.
Pkt., 5C.
2 pig y
Bachelor’s Button, Double.
Balsam,
N., K. & Co.’s Imperial Mixture.
names, ‘“‘Lady Slipper” and ‘‘Touch-Me-
Not,” Balsams have always been pop-
ular, but a newimpetushas been given
to their culture by the improvements
that have been made of late years. Our
Imperial Mixture includes all the most
desirable shades and colors, being
made up from the very finest named
sorts. Pkt.,10c.
Balsam, Good mixed.
An excellent mixture, lacking only
some of the high priced sorts contained
in our Imperial Mixture. Pkt., 5c.
Balsam, N., K. & Co.’s Imperial Mixture,
Balsam , Defiance.
An excellent mixture; flowers large, double,
many colored. Pkt., 5c.
Bird of Paradise. (Poinciana Gillesi.)
The color of the flower is a golden yellow, meas-
tring 2% inches across,and are produced in very
large trusses. The most beautiful part of the flow-
er is the large pistils, which are spread out in fan-
like form, and are of bright crimson color. The fo-
liage is also highly decorative, reminding one of a
very delicate Acacia. If the seeds are started early
it will produce blooms in great profusion the first
year. Pkt., 10c.
Butterfly Flower.
Elegant and very free blooming annualsof much
interest and beauty, and wher well grownrival in
singularity ofcolors and marki..gs of the orchids;
large flowers, spotted with crimson, lilac, purple
and yellow, and the petals are cut in a picturesque
manner. In pots in the conservatory or house few
plants are more attractive; also elegantin a bou.«
SS AARON
quet or vase, and fine for bedding, Pkt., 5c Bird of Paradise.
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.
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Marguerite Carnations
(See colored plate back cover page.)
This new class of fragrant Marguerite
Carnations will bloom in about four
months after sowing the seed. The flow-
ers areof brilliant colors, ranging through
many beautiful shades of red, pink, white,
variegated, etc., exquisitely sweet and
fully eighty percent. perfectly double. The
plants succeed alike in the open garden or
in pots. Seeds sown early in the year will
oleae give an abundance of flowers in July.
al i / tt, Sown in May and kept pinched back, you
{ will havefine flowers late in the fall until
| checked by hard frosts. Sown in the au-
I tumn, the flowers will be in full bloom
Ik early inthe spring. Thus, by planting at
| | | different seasons, flowers can be had all
A the year around. All varieties mixed.
Pkt., 8c. White, 10c.
Giant Excelsior
Carnation.
This isa greatly improved strain of the
new Marguerite Carnation; produces fine,
fragrant double flowers in only four
months from seed. The plants are dwarf
and compact. Produce much larger and
more finely double flowers and continue
to bloom profusely until the flower beds
are destroyed by heavy frosts, Pkt., 10c,
Candytuft, Giant Empress.
One of the finest varieties in cultiva-
tion. It is intermediate in height between
the old Rocket and the newer Tom Thumb
sorts. The plant is of very branching
habit,and when fully grown is covered
with its pure white flowers. Pkt., 6c.
Candytuft, Mixea.
Allcolors. Pkt., 5c,
Candytuft, Snow Queen.
Avaluable and distinct species of great beauty. Itis an annual variety and grows very rapidly, quickly com-
ing into bloom, remaining in full flower for about three months. It bears but little foliage, and the mass of
white produced makes it useful for borders. Pkt., 5c.
Cineraria Hybrida, One of the most popular House Plants,
The rich and vivid colors range through all shades of light and bright blue to royal plum-purple, and from
shining crimson to deep maroon. Most of the varieties have a well defined white eye, while the flowers are
sharply margined with some high contrasting color. The secret of growing well is to grow fast, never allowing
them to receive a check, either from being pot bound, dryness of root or attack of insects; the cooler they are
kept the better. The plants grow about as broad as they are high—averaging fifteen inches—perfectly circularin
shape, and covered with brilliant blossoms, Pkt., 10e.
Chinese Lantern Plant.
The plant produces numerous large, inflated husks, much the shape of Chinese lanterns, at first a beautiful
green color, changing to a yellowish hue and then to brightest scarlet. Treated like a Tomato, it grows and fruits
freely from seed the first season, yet the plants are perennial and may be wintered in the cellar or grown in pots
asa window plant. Pkt., 5c, ’
Canary-Bird Flower.
One of the most beautiful annual climbers, with bright green foliage, delicately cut and very ornamental,
The flowers are of a bright golden yellow, bearing a fanciful resemblance to birds with expanded wings. Does
well as a pot c~ basket plant for the window or conservatory. Pkt., 5c.
Calliopsis, or Coreopsis, Single.
Very handsome and showy plants of the easiest culture; require no care and thrivein any garden, Produce
flowers in nearly every shade of yellow, orange, crimson, red, brown, mixed colors, Pkt., bc.
Calliopsis, New Double.
A handsome double variety, flowers a rich golden yellow, with wine-maroon spots, Pkt., Sc.
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Centaurea Imperialis.
We havenever listed a “novelty”
that we take greater pleasure in
offering to our customers
than Centaurea Imperi-
alis, a grand new annual
variety from Italy. The
flowers, which are of a
giant size, are of varied
tints and colors, in pure
white, lilac, rose, purple,
dark red, etc. It is of easi-
est culture, and flowers
continually from spring
until autumn, Pkt., 15c;
@ for 25c.
Centaurea,
Marguerite.
One of the mosc valuable introductions
} of late years. Flowers are pure white, sulphur yellow and
; ( <¢ lavender. Sweet scented and lasting, valuable for cutting.
s Seed sown in the spring will flower until late in the aut-
Centaurea Imperialis. umn. Pkt.,8e ~*
Coleus
One of the best known and most universally admired ornamental foliage plants, in an endless variety of
colors and shadings, indispensable for ribbon and carpet bedding, or as single specimens. Coleus seed germ-
inates easily, and success is as Sure as with any ordinary annual. Pkt., 10c.
Cockscomb, Dwarf Queen.
This is the best dwarf-growing Cockscomb; plants about eight inches high, with well-balanced large heads,
ten to twelve inches across, They grow very uniformly and present an unusually solid effect in color, which is a
rich, ruby red, of extreme brilliancy. Pkt., 5c.
Chr ysanthemum. (French [arguerites.)
Annual varieties much grown for cut flowers. The plants grow twelve to eighteen inches high and produce
on long stems, beautiful, large flowers of many bright colors. Pkt., dc.
Chr ysanthemum. (Fancy Perennial.)
From the best Incurved, Pompone, Japanese, Chinese and Anemone—flowered varieties. Seeds sown in the
hot-bed in February or March, or even in April, will give plants that will bloom in August or September, and
cannot fai] with proper care, to give magnificent flowers in a wonderful varietiy of colors and forms. Pkt., 8c.
Crozy’s New Dwarf Cannas.
One of the most popular of bedding plants, while even single specimens are more attractive in the garden.
They will bloom the first year from seed, if you soak them in very hot water over night; sow singly in small pots
as soon as convenient, and grow as rapidly as possible. The roots can be kept in the cellar over winter, and
each clump will give six to eight good roots for planting out the following spring. Pkt. 8c.
Cannas, Tall.
A mixture of all the best tall growing warieties Pkt., 5c
Cosmos, Dawn.
The great obstacle to the more general cultivation of the Cosmosin the North has been its lateness, frost
usually cutting them down just as they were coming nicely in bloom. The Grand New Cosmos Dawu will bloom
in July from seed sown in the spring. It has another advant»sge in being more dwarf than other varieties.
Height about four feet. Flowers are white, rose tinted. Seed sown early and transplanted to open ground will
produce plants covered with bloom untillate, Pkt., 10c.
COSMOS. White. Flowerslarge. Pkt., 5c. COSMOS. Pure Yellow. New. Pkt., 5c.
“COSMOS. Pink. Beautiful. Pkt., 5c, COMOS. Finest Mixed, Allicolors. Pkt., 5c,
Cobzea, Scandens.
Although it does grandly outside, it is also a splendid house climber, and will do well running over windows
in the house, and will reward the grower with abundance of beautiful, large bell-shaped flowers, greenat first, but
rapialy changing to a beautiful deep violet blue. A well established plant will run 30 to 40 feet in a season.
PkKt., 5c. Snowball Daisy °
A beautiful white flowered variety, having very long stems with large double flowers, about 80 per cent. of
which are extremely double. PkKt., Sc.
Double Daisy, mixea.
The flowers are white, pink, red and variegated. Not all will come double from seed, Pkt., 5e,
The Blue Daisy.
caxe The flower is the very counterpart of the Paris Daisy, which is sky blue, with a blue disc. It makes a very
retry object for summer decoration in the flower garden, of easy growth, and the plant may be had in flower all
- the year around. Pkt., de.
74 NortHRup, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
Dahlia, Double.
Every one knows and admires the Double Dahlia, but
comparatively few are aware that it can be grown So easi-
ly from seed, and flowers so beautifully the first season,
that the purchase of bulbs is a needless expense. The
mixture we offer contains the best Large Flowering, Pom-
pone and Lilliput varieties from separate colors, and can-
not fail to produce some entirely new sorts. Pkt., 10c.
beauty and variety of colors and markings cannot be sur-
passed, ranging from pure white to the most delicate pink
and glowing deepcrimson. A bed of these in a flower gar-
den will make a grand display at. small cost... The mix-
ture we offer includes, beside the standard sorts, all the
new and brightest colors in spotted, striped and hand-
somely fringed varieties of late introduction, both single
and double. Pkt., 5c.
New Dwarf Hybrid Pinks.
The plants grow only nine to ten inches high, with
extra large double flowers, frequently measuring three :
inches across—of perfect form and brilliant colors, ranging
from pure white to deep crimson, while many are beauti-
fully variegated and fantastically marked; blooming free-
ly the first season, Pkt., 10c.
Dahlia, Double.
Dianthus, chinese Pinks, Fine Mixed.
Many distinct and beautifully marked varieties, the colors very rich, hardly any two alike. PkEt., 5c.
Datura, -or Trumpet Flower.
They bloom freely from seed sown in the open ground the first season, and the roots ean be taken up and kept
over winter. Pkt., 5c.
Feverfew, Double. White.
A fine old-fashioned bedding plant; also suitable for pot culture. It grows about eighteen inches high, with
numerous branching flower stems, and are literally covered with very double, pure white flowers. Pkt., dc.
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New Dwarf Hybrid Pinks.
Forget-Me-Not, Victoria.
Of stout and bushy habit of growth, bearing
umbels of large bright, azure-blue flowers
with central double blooms. This beautiful For-
get-Me-Not is the best for carpet bedding, edg-
ings and masses and for growing in pots. Pkt.,5c,
Fuschia, Double and Single Mixed.
Fuschias are as easily grown from seed as
from cuttings, and from seed many new varie-
ties are obtained. They will flower freely the
first year in the open ground, while the plants
can be taken in the house in winter, where they
will flower still more freely, Pkt., 20c; 3 Pkts.,
50c.
Eschscholtzia, California Poppy.
Hardy annual, growing about one foot high,
rich yellow flowers, fully as valuable as the com-
mon poppy for garden ornamentation, and as
easily grown. Pkt,. Se.
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» Geranium,
Finest Mixed.
The most popular
plant grown, either
for pot culture in
winter or for bed-
ding outin summer
Wo flowering plants
aremoregrown,and
certainlynonemore
suitable for large
beds, where a mass
of bloom is desired,
or for single speci-
mens in pots forthe
house. But feware
aware thatthey can
be grown easily
from seed, and flow-
er the first season if
sown early, and will
frequently reward
the cultivator with
charming new vari-
eties; in fact, prop-
agation by seed is
the only sure way to
obtain new varie-
ties. Pkt., 10c.
Geranium.
Geranium, Apple Scented.
Leaves delightfully fragrant, highly prized for bouquets. Pkt., 6c.
Gaillard ia, New Double.
Large, double flowers, valuable for cutting. The colors embrace
sulphur, golden yellow, orange, amaranth and claret. Pkt., 5c.
Godetia.
Of hardy annuals none are more beautiful than these. Flowers
are of handsome shape, in the most brilliant as well as delicate col-
ors,and are produced in marvelous profusion. Of easiest culture;
a child can grow them. PEt., 5c.
Gloxinia.
The Gloxinia is a grand flower and makes a lovely pot plant, as
easily grown and cared for as many of the common flowers. The
handsome bell-shaped flowers embrace a great variety of the rich-
est and most beautiful colors, ranging from pure white to dark,
blood red, pink, blush, lavender, indigo blue, marbled and spotted.
They bloom in four to five months from time seed is sown. Pkt., 10c,
Giant Spider Plant.
A splendid honey plant. A robust grower and a pervetual
bloomer. The flowers are very showy, with long, slender stamens,
single petuls measuring an inch across and of bright rose color.
Seeds grow freely if sownin open ground. Pkt., 5c.
New Climbing Dolichos, «Daylight,” from Japan.
“DAYLIGHT” is a stronger and more rampant grower than old varieties, growing nearly to the top of the trel-
lis before commencing to flower and having more abundant foliage. From the handsome foliage there springs
out a wonderful profusion of large sprays or spikes of pure white, pea-like blossoms. Each beautiful vine is a
cloud of bloom from the tip to the base. These flowers are succeeded by a multitude of crearzy-white pods, three
inches long and an inch or more broad, having a rich waxen appearance. The vine does not cease to blossom
until cut off by the frost, and is indescribably showy when covered with the sprays of bloom and long spikes of
snow-white pods. Pkt., 10c.
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Heliotrope, aiant.
Ileliotrope is a universal favorite on account of its delight.
ful fragrance and duration of bloom, flowering equally well
as bedditg plants in summer, or as pot plants in the house
during the winter. Seeds sown in the spring make fine
plants for bedding out, and are as easily grown as Verbenas,
Pkt., 10c. ;
Helichrysum. Everlasting.
A very popular everlasting, large, full double flowers of
various colors, from bright yellow to scarlet, shaded and
tipped. Handsome boquets may be formed of them for win-
ter, if blossoms are gathered when on the point of expanding.
Pkt., 5e.
Hollyhock, Chater’s Prize Double.
The perfect doubleness of the magnificent, large flower
will please the most critical. All the best colors from deep yellow, red rose, light buff, carmine, scarlet, flesh
color, creamy white tinted with rose, purple, yellow on dark ground,crimson flaked with salmon, cherry red
cream on violet ground, lilac on brown ground, dark crimson to pure white, also black. If sown early in March
or April the plants will bloom the first year. Allcolors mixed. Pkt., 10c.
Humulus Japonicus, Japanese Hop.
One of the most rapid climbers grown; seed can be sown in the open ground in spring and it will attain enor-
mous dimensions very quickly. The foliage is luxuriant, and it is one of the best plants for cevering verandas
andtrellises. Heat, drought and insects donot troubleit. Pkt., 10c.
Ice Plant.
A handsome and curious plant, for hanging baskets, rock work
and vases. Pkt., 5c.
Lantana.
Well known shrubbery plants, with clusters of verbena-like flow-
ers, and producing their pink, yellow, orange and white heads in
great abundance. They have an agreeable aromatic perfume.
Mixed. Pkt., 5c.
Lobelia,. star of Ischt.
Of very dwarf, erect growth, forming dense balls of charming
azure blue flowers, exceedingly ornamental for vases or hanging
basketsand rookeries, blooming from June to November. Pkt., 5c.
Lavender, Old-Fashioned Sweet.
The genuine Lavendula Vera. Our patrons who have been
enquiring about the genuine old-fashioned lavender that grew in
“srandmother’s garden” can now secure the true seed of this well
known sweet scented, hardy perennial. Pkt., 10c.
Lavender, Spica.
The variety usually sold by seedsmen as the sweet old-fashioned. While it has a spicy fragrance, it does not
compare withthe genuine. Pkt., 5c.
Linaria, Kenilworth Ivy.
A very pretty and well known hardy perennial trailing
plant, for covering rock work, and very useful for hanging
baskets. The flowers are small, but pretty, and for a
drooping plant nothing can be better, as it is easily grown
from seed. Pkt., 5c.
Mignonette, Machet. True.
It is of dwarf and vigorous growth, with massive spikes
of deliciously scented red flowers. Itis one of the best va-
rieties forall purposes, eithcr in pots or for the garden. It
is an ever-bloomer, the flowers lasting until late in the
fall. Pkt., 5e.
Mignonette, Golden Queen.
Very fine variety, with flowers of golden hue and deli-
ciously fragrant. Pkt., 5c.
T Mignonette, Sweet. Reseda Odorata.
Mignonette, Machet. A favorite on account of its fragrance, Pkt., 5c.
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\ j possible intermediate shades, such as pink, rose,
firey red, copper red, Carmine, crimson,
plc blue, deep blue, royal purple, maroon,
indigo, bronze, slate, brown, cherry and
ash gray. Others are edged with white,
haying throats of one of the
above colors; there is also an
endless number having flowers
spotted, marbled, striped, flaked
2. and splashed. They are beyond
question the largest and most
beautiful of this handsome fam-
ily of easily grown climbers, and
= are the Orient’s best gift to flow-
crlovers. Whereverclimbers can
) be grown, our New Giant Mikado
Strain should have a prominent
+. place. The seed we offer is of
_/ ourown importation directfrom
Japan,and embraces plain sin-
gles (which are really the hand-
somest), semi-doubles, quilled
E and frilled, crimped aud scal-
! loped, and double. Pkt., 15c; 2
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semi-double and double varieties and a fine range of col-
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MORNING GLORY
Tall Morning Glories, Fine mixea.
A great variety of colors of the popular old-fashioned Morning Glory. Pkt., 5e.
Marigold, etdorado.
The flowers are from three to four inches in diameter, imbricated and perfectly double. They
embrace four shades of color, the lightest primrose, lemon, golden yellowand deep orange. Pkt., Se.
Marigold, French Mixed.
A class of showy and extremely effective plants, with fine double flowers of rich and beautiful colors. Pkt., 5c.
Marvel of Peru, Four orctock.
One of the most brilliant and showy plants that can be grown with little or notrouble. Pkt., 5e.
Minneapolis Vine. (itogyne suavis.)
We are glad to be able to offer seed of this beautiful climber, the plants of
which we have for years sold, to the delight of the thousands who have
bought them. The foliage is most elegantly cut and of a shiny dark green.
The flowers are small, white and sweet scented, exhaling a musk-like per-
fume. This vineisof easy culture, rapid growth, and especially adapted for
covering trellises. This is the most beautiful vine of which we have any
knowledge. PkEt., 15c; 2 pkts., 25ce.
Mimulus, Monkey Flower.
Brilliantly covered flowers, blotched and spottedin every conceivable man-
ner. Excellent for baskets or vases, and thrive in the open garden. Pkt., 5c.
Mountain Rose.
One of the most beautitul, as well as one of the rarest hardy climbers in
existence. It is absolutely hardy, and, once planted, is practically everlast-
ing. Produces immense clusters of deep carmine flowers with deep green
foliage, freely furnished with long tendrils that attach themselves firmly to
stone, brick or wooded walls. Pkt., 10c.
Nicotiana Affinis.
When its large, pure white flowers are fully expanded in the evening and
early morning, it has a most striking effect, and so fragrant that a small bed
will perfume the whole surrounding atmosphere. Pkt., 5c.
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N., K. & Co.’s Imperial Dwarf Mixed.
Has no equalfor constant flowering and bril-
liant colors. Like allour Flower Mixtures to which
we give thename Imperial, this mixture embraces every desira
ble color, such as deep brown reds, golden orange flamed scarlet,
chrome yellow veined with purplish carmine, burnished bronze
color, crimson scarlet, sulphur yellow spotted deep chocolate, light straw color and del-
icate shades of rose, and is without question the best mixture of Dwarf Nasturtiums
money can buy. It is made up especially for critical buyers that have the money to
spend for the best only. Dwarf Nasturtiums now rank with Sweet Peas and Pansies as
a favorite and fashionable flower. Pkt., 8c; oz., 15c.; %1b., 40c; Ib., $1.25.
N., K. & Co.’s Special Mixture of
Climbing Nasturtium.
Contains all the choicest colors of the tall and climbing varieties, including the new hybrids Madame Gun-
ther, New Tall Chameleon, and the rich and velvety Lobb varieties. The color combinations in the flowers are
simply superb, a wealth of rich maroon, crimson, scarlet,magenta and claret shades, marbled and mottled
streaked and spotted and splashed with white, cream, pink and rose. The flowers are much larger than those of
the old-fashioned kind, and in nearly all of them the petals overlap each other. These Climbing Nasturtiums are
specially adapted for covering verandas, trellises, etc. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; %1b., 60c; Ib., $2.00.
Nasturti UM1, Dwarf ‘‘Chameleon.”’
This new Nasturtium is a most remarkable advance in this brilliant tamily. We find that in variety
of colors it surpasses most other strains, and is also uniquein bearing flowers Sh anite distinct colorings on
one and the same plant—some clear, deep crimson, others blotched on light ground and othefs beautifully mot-
tled. The variation of color, of course, adds greatly toitsinterest. Thecolors and color combinations are simply
magnificent. Pkt.,10c; 0z.,35c; %1b., 75c; lb., $2.50.
Nasturtium, Dwarf. Good Mixed.
A capital mixture, but does not contain the new and high priced sorts found in our ‘Imperial Mixture.” Pkt,
5e; oz.,10c; 4% 1b., 25c.
New Climbing Nasturtium, madame Gunther's Hybrids.
A new section obtained by artificialhybridizing, and distinguished by dark-colored foliage and flowers of a
richness and variety of coloring not to be found in any of the different classes of Nasturtiums heretofore grown.
Colors in these new hybrids include various shades of rose, salmon, bright red, pale yellow, etc., either self-col-
ored or spotted, mottled, striped and margined. Large pkt., 5c; oz., 15c.
Nastu rtium » Tall Chameleon.
This variety, with its very large, rich flowers in the greatest variety, is unsurpassed for training over fences
and trellises, and blooms with the greatest freedom the entire season. Pkt.. 8c; 0z., 20c; %Ib., 60c; lb., $2.00.
Tall Nasturtium, Lobb’s ctimping.
These should not be confouuded with the common tall Nasturtiums,as they surpass them by far in the re-
markable brilliancy of the flowers. Finest mixed, Pkt., 10c; 0z., 30c; %1b., 75c; Ib., $2.50.
Nasturtium, Tall. Good Mixed.
Free bloomer and many bright colors. Pkt., 5c; 0z.,10c; %1b., 25ce.
Ornamental Grasses.
All the annual varieties mixed, many of them being really handsome in growth, and all of them desirable for
winter bouquets, if cut while green and dried in the shade, Pkt., 5c,
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Pansy, N., K. & Co.’s Imperial German.
Unrivalled for diversity of coloring and marking.
This mixture is made up from over 100 of the finest
named varieties grown by Pansy specialists of the Old
and New World. In the making up of this mixture, ex-
pense is notregarded. Ouraimis to possess the finest
mixture of Pansies obtainable. We have never seen its
equal. The diversity of colorings and markings is al-
most beyond belief. We will cheerfully return money
paid for this mixture to anyone who Saysit is not the
finest they ever saw. Pkt. containing 50seeds, 10c; 100
Seeds, 15c3 600 seeds, 50c; 1,000 seeds, 75c.
Pansy, N., K. & Co.’s Giant Fancy.
While all the Pansies in our Imperial Mixture are
large, we do not include in its make-up many of the
giant sorts, for, as a rule, many of our customers prefer
to buy them separately. Great improvement has taken
place within the last two or three years, however, in the
character of the largest Pansies. Our Giant Fancy is
the finest mixture of large varieties. Pkt., 10c.
New Giant Ime. Perret Pansy
is a wonder and a novelty; it isspecially distinguished
from all other Pansies by the plant being fuli and
spreading, with very broad and extremely dark green
leaves; the straight and stiff stems it possesses cause
the flowers to stand out wellfrom the foliage. The color
of blossom ranges through all the shades of red, froma
pink to a finedeep purple, with an intermediate bright
red, edged with white. The face of the flowerin some
cases is regularin color, while in others itis lined and
striped. The extraordinary size of the flowers, which
reach as muchas383 to 3% inches in diameter, makeita
novelty of the first rank, and one that is sure to be sought after by lovers of Pansies. Pkt., 10c.
New Giant ‘Masterpiece’ Pansy.
We have secured a limited quantity of this magnificent new Pansy, which comes nearer to DOUBLE PANSIES
than anything ever introduced under that name. The flowers are of enormous size, often three inches across,
the border of every petal being conspicuously crimped and curled in sucha fashion that the flowers appear
double, and the color yariations and combinations are very odd and striking, and contains some very lovelytints
of color that cannot be found in any other strain of Pansies. Pkt., 10c.
Giant President [McKinley Pansy.
New; the ground coloris a deep golden yellow, while each petal has a large blotch of rich dark violet, leaving
a clearly defined margin of golden yellow. The plantsare of dwarf, compact habit,and are free bloomers, PKt.,10c.
Giant Bugnot Pansy.
Its flowers are of enormous size and circularform; the petals are of great substance and velvety appearance,
each one bearing a large, deeply colored blotch that runs outin delicate veins to the edge; the shadings com-
prise tints of red, bronze and brown not foundin any othermixture. Pkt., 10c.
Mammoth Butterfly Pansy.
A very distinct strain; the flowers are very large, of good form and substance, and produced freely; in color-
ing they are varied, seldom two alike in a hundred plants. They are mottled and spotted, streaked, tigered and
splashed, while the colors are mainly those rich wine-reds, chocolate, velvety red-brown, lavender, violet and
purple shades which are found only in a Pansy blossom. PkKt., 10c.
Snow Queen Pansy.
Pure satiny white, with yellow dot in center of flower, sometimes marked near center with faint blue or purple
lines: altogether the least picturesque of any of the different classes of Pansies; it is very highly prized by a
great many Pansy lovers forjust that reason. PEKt., 5c.
Pansy, Royal Show.
A well known English mixture, containing many fine varieties. Pkt., 5c.
Black Prince Pansy.
A distinct Pansy of sterling merit; the rich, glossy black has a peculiarly soft, velvety appearance, the mag-
nificent large flowers are of fine circular form and carried upright, well above the foliage; the plants are of very
compact, bushy habit, and flower so profusely that a bed of Black Prince makes a sightseldom equalled. PEt., 5c.
Fire King Pansy.
This novelty comes almost absolutely true, scarcely a plant bearing flowers at variance from the type, which
is very distinct and striking. The three lower petals each have a large blotch of deep brown-red or magenta mar-
gined with yellow, while the upper petals are of a bright reddish brown, of a real fery shade, warranting the
name FIRE KING, PkEt., 5c.
Sweet Scenied Pansy.
This new class is the result of crossing the Pansy (viola tri-color) with the Sweet Violet (viola carnuta); the
resulting hybrids, in addition to retaining the delightful Violet perfume, produce the most beautiful Pansy-like
blossoms, 2 to 244 inches across, of great substance and of an endless variety of colors. Mixed seeds. Pkt., 5c.
Peacock Pansy.
A beautiful variety of ultramarine blue in the upper petals of the flower, edged with a thin white line, within
which is a space of purplish crimson, to black, passinginto a rich central blotch of deep blue, shading to black,
named ‘‘Peacock”’ because the blending of colors resemble the feathers of a peacock, PEKt., 5c.
Pansy, Good Mixed. |
An excellent strain. Fine for bedding. Manyrichrolors. PkEt., 5c; 0Z., $1.50.
Specimen Pansy from Northrup, King & Co.’s
Imperial German.
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N., K. & Co,’s Extra Large Flowering Petunia.
Petunia,
N., K. & Co.’s Extra Large Flowering.
Mixed. This mixture embodies all of the
latest varieties, and will prove an agreeable sur-
prise even to those who expect much, All odd
and notable kinds, black, crimson, white with
yellow throats, marble veined, striped, varie-
gated,etc. Pkt., 10c.
Petunia,
N., K. & Co.’s New Fancy Fringed
Double Mixed.
This mixture is notable for the rich colors
and large size of flowers, which are beautifully
striped, marginated and spotted, as in the case
of all strains of double Petunia. Not all seed will
come true, but a larger proportion of this strain
will come double than any other we have ever
tried. Pkt., 10c.
P etunia, Snowball.
The flowers are purest snow-white, of good
shape and size, sweet scented and lasting,
Pkt., 5c.
Petunia, Good Mixed.
Excellent for bedding; shows many colors.
Pkt., 5c.
Mexican Primrose.
Itis strictly a perpetual bloomer, as it is in
flower at all times of the year, a good specimen
showing from ten to thirty large saucer-shaped
blossoms about three inches across, superb col-
ors and beautifulforms. Asa plant for hanging
basket or pot itis unexcelled. PkKt., 5c.
Pr imula, Doubte.
An excellent mixture; allcolors. Pkt., 20c.
Primu la, Chinese Primrose.
The colors include crimson, pink, white, ma-
roon, and the new Holborn blue. Our stock is
the celebrated Hays & Wetherall strain of seed, costing us at the rate of $1,100 a pound in England. Pkt. 15c.
Primrose, New English.
Colors are beautiful. Splendid for borders. Fine for growing in beds, Pkt., 10c.
Phlox Drummondil, Grandifiora.
Large, flowering. Their richness of coloring and
long duration of bloom make them a gratifying feature
of any garden. Pkt., 8c.
Phlox, Starred and Fringed.
New race of Phlox. Many distinct and beautiful
shades. Pkt., 5c.
Phlox, Good Mixed.
Colors are excellent, but flowers not as large as pre-
ceding. Pkt., 3c.
Phlox, Perennial.
Finest mixed. Very desirable for bedding or bor-
der. Hardy. Pkt., 10c.
Portulaca, Double Mixed.
Very showy and beautiful. Only about 70 per cent.
double flowers can be expected from the finest mix-
tures, Pkt., 10c.
Portulaca, singe.
All colors mixed. Pkt., 5c.
Ricinus Zanzibariensis.
An entirely new class from Africa, with leaves
often measuring two feet across; the seeds are mar-
bled, speckled and spotted. Pkt., 5c,
Ricinus, Castor Oil Bean.
Many choice varieties mixed. Pkt., 5c.
OS€, Multiflora True, or New Fairy Roses.
They bloom in four months after sowing, so that
seed sown in February in the house may be had in
bloom in June in the open ground, where they continue
to bloom throughout the season, giving about an
equal proportion of single, semi-double and double
flowers borne in clusters, and contain all the tints and
colors of cultivated roses. One of the most unique and
novel pot flowers now grown. Pkt., 100.
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Poppy, N.. K. & Co.’s Imperial Mixed.
Single and double. Forgreatnumber of varieties, rich-
ness and diversity of coloring, this mixture is not sur-
passed. Pkt., 10c.
Poppy, Shirley.
The flowers are large, exceedingly graceful and ele-
gant; the colors are pure, soft and varied, and range from
blush white rose, delicate pink and carmine, through in-
numerable tints to bright sparkling crimson. Pkt.,5e.
: ' New Poppy, White Swan.
One of the most effective and valuable Poppies. Flow-
ers are of enormous size, perfect form, very double and of
the purest snow white. Pkt., 5c.
Poppy, Iceland.
The colors range from the purest white and yellow to
the deepest glowing orange scarlet,and have a delicious
fragrance. For vase or house decorations they rank
among theloveliest. Mixedcolors. Pkt., 5c.
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Salpiglossis.
The graceful flowers rangein color from the most deli-
cate shades of light blue and straw color to the deepest
purple and richest brown and maroon. The quaint funnel-
shaped flowers somewhat resemble those of the Petunia.
Large flowering mixed. Pkt., 5c.
Scarlet Sage, saivia splendens.
White Swan Poppy. One of the grandest plantsin cultivation,a bed of them
surpassing the finest scarlet geraniums in brilliancy and continu-
ous bloom. Itis easily grown from seed,and the purchase of plants
should be abandoned. PkKt., 5c.
Stock, Evening Scented.
No annualin cultivation equals this in delicate perfume of its
flowers. The pink and lilac biossoms partly close during the day,
but expand and impart their fragrance in the evening. Include a
packet or two of Evening Scented Stock with yourorder. You’llnot
regretit. Pkt., 8c.
Stock, Ten Weeks, Large Flowering.
The largest flowering globe pyramidal. Immense spikes of per-
fectly double flowers, ranging in colors from crimson, rose, white,
blue, lilac, brown and yellow. They are greatly prized for cut flow-
ers on account of their fragrance. PKt., $e.
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Fine mixed; all colors.
Pkt., 3c.
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Salvia Splendens. (Scarlet Sage.)
Stock, White Perpetual. (Princess Alice.)
The individual flowers are uncommonly large, of a fine, rosette-like
shape and of the purest possible white. If sown early, will producea great
abundance of bloom from June until November. Pkt., 10c.
Sunflower, New Single. ‘‘Stella.’’
This beautiful new variety from Germany differs from the Helianthus
cacumerifolius or Miniature Sunflower, by its larger single flowers, of
circular form and purest golden yellow, each with a black disk. The flow-
ers measure three to four inches across,and are borne gracefully upon
long stems above the small, green foliage. Pkt., 5c.
S u nflower, Chrysanthemum-Flowered.
Perfectly double; the color is the brightest golden yellow. The flowers
are so perfect in form that they resemble very double Chrysanthemum-
flowered Asters with long stems; grows seven feet high and bears pro-
fusely allsummerlong. Pkt., 5c. :
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Sweet William:
(Dianthus Barbatus.)
One of the most admired of our gar-
den flowers, on account of its rich pro-
fusion of bloom and variety of colors,
such as dark crimson, white, pink,
flesh, striped, and the finest auricula-
eyed varieties, deliciously sweet scent-
ed. It is of easy culture, and for
clumps or borders no plant can sur-
pass this old favorite. Single and
double mixed, Pkt., 5c. =
Scabiosa, Giant Biatk.
Anew variety with elegant black-
purple flowers. Pkt., 5c.
Scabiosa, Snowball.
The flowers are pure white very
double. It comes quite true from seed
PkKt., 5c.
Scabiosa, Mixed.
Double, all colors. Pkt., 5c.
Verbena, Mammoth.
Sweet William. The largest Verbena known,a single
flower often being as large as a twenty-five cent piece. For garden beds or effective massing the Verbena is une-
qualled. They bloom profusely the first year from seed, the flowers lasting untillate in the autumn. Our mix-
ture is made up of the most brilliant colors. Large pkt., 10c. :
Verbena Hybrida, Fine mixea.
The flowers are smaller, but the colors are very fine. Large pkt., 5c¢.
Verbena, Pure white.
A fine strain of large flowering, pure white Hybrid Verbena; trusses large and borne freely at all times; comes
truest d. Pkt., 5c.
rue from see 2 Verbena, Lemon Scented.
This fragrant plant is easily grown from seed, and succeeds well anywhere. Havea good bed of it in the gar-
den over summer, that you can cut its fragrant foliage and flowers to make up with bouquets. Pkt., 5c.
> s
Violet, Viota.
The Violet should not be wanting in any garden, on account of its fragrance and early appearance. Asingle
flower will perfume a whole room. Finest mixed. Pkt., 5c.
Violet, Queen Charlotte.
A splendid new large flowering white variety,
with flowers double the size of the original species
(Viola), perfectly hardy, with a compact habit and
the blooms produced on long footstalks, which ena-
ble the flowers to stand out well above the foliage.
=" Wall Flower.
These are among the most deliciously fragrant
of all the garden flowers. Many shades of color,
aie Wild Cucumber.
A wellknown vine, common in many sections,
and the quickest climber known for covering veran-
das, old trees and houses, trellises, etc., never suffer-
ing from the heat, but retaining its fresh and lively
green color; never infested with insects, and very
profuse in bloom. It will sow itself every year and
come upin the same place. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c.
Zin nia, Giant Mammoth.
A superb new class of Zinnias, giant in size, and
perfectly double flowers of richest, most varied col-
ors and shades; plants grow 3 feet high, blooming
freely during long periods; particularly valuable
tor groups. Choicest mixed, Pkt., 5c.
Zinn ia, Choice Double Mixed.
Many choice and beautiful colors, Pkt., 5¢- Mammoth Flowering Verbena.
NORTHRUP, KING & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 83
ed flowers.
lb., 50e, .
Sweet Peas, N., K. & Co.’s Imperial Mixed.
The finest mixture. The acme of richness and beauty
matchless in combinations of colors and giant sweet scent-
In making the claim that our Imperial is the
finest mixture of Sweet Peas obtainable, we are sustained not
only by our own experience, but by the testimony of a gréat
number of delighted customers who have used this mixture
for years. Like our Imperial German Pansy, it is made up re-
gardless of expense; the aim being to secure in this combina:
tion the largest flowering sorts and finest possible range of
colors, Prt, 5c; OZ; 10¢c; x Ib., 20c; Ib., 65e. Postpaid.
Eckford’s Fine Mixed.
This elegant mixture embraces the introductions, includ.
ing recent novelties of Mr. Eckford, the sweet pea specialist of
England, who has accomplished more than any other indi-
vidualin bringing the sweet pea toits present state of beauty,
size and perfection. Pkt., 5c; 02z., 803 %1be, 35¢;1b., 500, postpaid.
N., K. & Co.’s Good Mixed.
This is a most excellent mixture, embracing the best standard varie-
ties in allcolors. Oz.,6e; %Ib.,10c; Ib., 35c. Postpai
Pink and White Varieties Mixed.
This mixture does not include any of the pure white varieties, only
whitein combination with pink. Pkt., 5c. 0z.,8c; 4Ib., 15¢; lb., 50c, postpaid.
Dark Varieties Mixed.
Includes only the darkest shades of colors. Pkt., 5e; oz., 8c; %1b.,15¢;
New Double Sweet Peas.
Double Sweet Peas are of incomparable beauty. The plants are of ex-
tremely robust growth, producing a lavish profusion of richly fragrant
flowers; the flowers are
inches across. They will notall come double, butif the plants are grown
strong and luxuriant they usually produce from twenty to forty per cent.
of double blossoms, PkKt., 5¢; 0z., 10c; % Ib., 25c; 1b., $1.00. Postpaid.
Dwarf Cupid Sweet Peas.
Grow only five to eightinches high and continue to flower much later in the season than the tall
extra large, frequently measuring two
warieties. Our mixture contains the pink ane white cupids and a fair proportion of the latest colors
Pkt., 5¢; 0z., 10c¢; % Ib., 20; 1b., 75¢. Postpaid.
The Best Named Varieties of Sweet Peas.
The increasing popularity of Sweet Peas has stimulated the introduction of new varieties to sucl
an extent that the list has become very confusing; in fact, many sorts are identical and hardly to be
distinguished from one another by the most proficient expert. We consider that the followirg list
of 30 varieties comprises all the really distinct sorts introduced to date. We offer them at the uniform
price of 5c a pkt.; 0z.. Se; %1b., 15¢; 1b.,50c, postpaid.
’
Adonis. Deep rose and glowing carmine.
Alice Eckford. Rich, cream tinted standard,
white wings.
Apple Blossom. Standard rose pink; wings
lightly blushed.
Aurora. Rich, bright orange, striped and flaked
on a white ground.
Blanche Burpee. Pure white,
Blushing Beauty. Rich, delicate blush pink.
Captain of the Blues. Large flowering, purple
and pale blue.
paccesual. Delicate lavender, bordering’on light
ue.
Countess of Radnor. Delicate lavender.
Crown Jewel. Primrose brown, veined with vi-
olet rose.
Daybreak. Watered crimson and scarlet on
white ground.
Emily Henderson. Pure white, flowers good size.
Extra Early Blanche Ferry. The most popular
of the pink and white varieties; fully ten days ear-
lier than Blanche Ferry.
Golden Gleam. Deep primrose yellow; large
flowered.
Golden Gate. Pinkish mauve and lavender, up-
right wings.
Her Majesty. Beautiful soft rose pink.
Katherine Tracy. Brilliant pink.
Lady Beaconsfield. Standards, salmon pink;
wings, primrose yellow.
Lottie Eckford. White, lightly edged with blue.
Mars. Bright crimson of intense €olor.
E Navy Blue. _ The only Sweet Pea that is true blue
in color. This is a distinct color, nota tint,anda
great acquisition to the list. There is no other Sweet
Pea approaching this in color.
New Countess. Pure light lavender; an improve-
ment on Countess of Radnor. Weconsider the New
Countess the most beautiful Sweet Peain existence
Novelty. Standard, bright orange rose;
wings light mauve.
Peach Blossom. Salmon pink standards;
wings soft pink,
Primrose. Pale primrose yellow, very dis-
tinct.in color.
Saidee Burpee. One of Eckford’s new
sorts. Pure pearly white. This fine new vari-
ety received the first-class award of the Royal
Horticultural Society of England.
Salopian. The most perfect deep crimson
sort; holdsits color well and does not turn
dark, as do some other crimson sorts.
Senator. Bright brown and chocolate,
shaded and striped on white.
Shahzada. Rich dark maroon, witha shade
of purple .
Stella Morse. An interesting variety with
longstems. Blossom opens with asuggestion
of yellow, which becomes lighter as flower
grows older. The third dayit is delicate prim.
rose, the whole effect being a creamy yellow,
Dwarf Cupid Sweet Pea,
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“STERLING” LAWN SEED.
ANALYZED AS TO PURITY. TESTED AS TO GERMINATION.
Se HE ht
Absolutely the Best Lawn Seed that Experience can Suggest, or that Money can Buy.
N., K. & CO.’S STERLING LAWN GRASS. We prepare three grades of Lawn Grass
Seed, which are kept constantly in stock. The best of these mixtures is N., K. & Co.’s Sterling
Lawn Grass, which has been used with the greatest success on thousands of lawns. This
mixture is composed of a number of varieties best adapted to the purpose. Some of the grasses
are early, others medium, and still others late. By this imeans,as soon as one variety has
ceased to be atits best, others are ready to takeits place. Another important point is that
by the use of many grasses, a much heavier swardis obtained than is possible with any two
or three sorts, as no matter how much of one kind of seed may be sown on a given space, it
will only support so many plants. If another variety, however, is sown in connection with it,
a largely additional number of plants can be maintained, as they thrive on different elements
in the soil. This mixtureis unequaled for tennis and croquet grounds. Our Sterling, qt.,
by mail, postpaid, 35¢; qt., by express or freight, 25c; peck, $1.15; bu., $4.00, bags included.
In 5 bu. lots, $3.75 per bu.
N., K. & CO.’S PARK MIXTURE. This isa fine mixture, the grasses used in its com-
bination being equally as good as those in the Sterling Lawn Mixture, but not containing as
many varieties or some of the higher priced sorts used in the Sterling Mixture. It has given
excellent satisfaction, and we commend it to those not wishing as expensive a mixture as the
Sterling. Qt., by mail, pestpais, 25c¢; qt., by express, 15¢; peck, 90¢; bu., $3.00.
N., K. & CO.’S LAWN GRASS. Good Mixed. Wherea fine lawn is wanted, we always
recommend that the best seed be used. There are places, however, that are not conspicuous
and where all that is desired isa good healthy growth of grass, where a cheaper mixture will
answerevery purpose. No better lawn grass for the money can be obtained than our Good
Mixed. OQt., by mail, postpaid, 20c; qt., by express, 10c¢; peck, 60c; bu., $2.00.
SPECIAL MIXTURES. Weareatall times glad to make up special mixtures of lawn
grass to meet the requirements of existing conditions. We have been very successful in
combinations of grasses for terraces, shady places, exposed situations, etc. (See page 85.)
QUANTIT Y REQUIRED. In order to secure quick and Satisfactory results, a liberal
quantity of Lawn Grass Seed should be used, as spots not seeded will surely be occupied by
weeds. The usual rule is one quart for 300 square feet; four to six bushels for an acre.
£2 SoS, oy ey ee, os, £5 20, So oF > Oo 5,
OFFICE OF
BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS,
MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
NortTHRuP, Kinc & Co., Minneapolis.
Gentlemen:—During the past twelve years, in which I have been Su-
perintendent of Parks of Minneapolis, our park system has been built, and we
have been obliged to seed large areas to grass each year. It affords me great
pleasure to state that during all thistime I have found your Lawn Seed of a
UNIFORMLY HIGH QUALITY, both as respects STRONG GERMINATING POWER
AND FREEDOM FROM UNDESIRABLE SEEDS, besides producing a turf of FINE
TEXTURE AND GREAT DURABILITY, Yours very truly, W.M. Berry, Supt.
ze The above statement from Mr. Wm. M. Berry, for the past twelve years Superintendent of Parks
a — of Minneapolis; and for fifteen years immediately preceding, Superintendent of South Park, Chi-
Mr. W. M. Berry, cago, isa notable one, coming as it does from one of the most widely known and experienced park
Superintendent of Parks superintendents in the United States, and covering, as it does, twelve years continuous use of our
Minneapolis. 3 Lawn Grass Mixtures in large qnantities.
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SEE visiting Minneapolis almost invariably comment on the BEAUTY OF ITS LAWNS,
both in the public parks and about the private homes. Ina very large degree their fine appear-
ance can beg Nati attributed to the uniform excellence of OUR LAWN GRASS SEED. The
following letters show what MINNEAPOLIS people think of our Lawn Seed:
+++
NORTHRUP, KING & CO., Minneapolis,
Gentlemen: In building the new lawn about my
house last Spring, I used 21 bushels of your Sterling
NORTHRUP, KING & CO., Minneapolis,
Gentlemen: Mylawnat Highcroft consists of
about eight acres, and was seeded with your Ster-
ling Lawn Grass Mixture. Itisa beautiful lawn,
entirely satisfactory tome, and much admired by
those who see it. Yours very truly,
FRANK H. PEAVEY.
Lawn Seed, and the results were most satisfactory.
I also used 25 bushels of your Permanent Pasture
Mixture. The benefit of using these mixtures is
very apparent. CLINTON MORRISON.
NoRTHRUP, KING & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 85
ALawn Mixture for Shaded Places.
On almost every lawn there are shaded places where difficulty s
experienced in getting the grassto grow. By the use of our “Shady
Place” Mixture, these unsightly spots can usually be made as green
and beautiful as the rest of the lawn. There are certain grasses which
9 thrive naturally in such situations, and these we have combined, after
“4% much experiment, into the above named mixture. Our “Shady Place”
) Mixture has brought relief and satisfaction tomany who have for years
been annoyed by these disfiguring spots on otherwise beautiful lawns.
Price, qt., 50c, postpaid. By freight or express, qt., 50c; pck., $1.50;
bu., $5.00,
NOTE TO THE
ABOVE: Do not
misunderstand our
claims for ‘Shady
.| Place” Mixture, or
4 expect impossibili-
ties. Very Densely
shaded spots areab-
solutely hopeiess.
N., K. & CO’S
PRIMER No. 38,
sy THE LAWN, sent
free with every or-
der for lawn seed, if
N. K. & Co.’s Shady Place [ixture. requested.
N., K. & CO”S TERRACE MINTURE. The secret of keep-
ing terraces in good order is te get a good sod established, and
not cut the grass too closely. Our “Terrace” Mixture is made
up of rapid spreading, deep rooting grasses, which may be
used either in combination with a regular lawn grass mix-
ture, or scattered over the terraces to strengthen and supple-
ment the grasses already established. Price, qt., 45e, post-
paid, By freight or express, qt., 35ce; peck, $1.25; bu., $4.00.
The accompanying illustration shows the Minneapolis Exposition building,
the grounds in front being terraced to the street. The first year it opened, the
managment were anxious to have the grounds look as well as possible, but were
in a quandary as to the terraces. We furnished them with our Terrace Mixture
six weeks before the Exposition opened, with the result that on that day the ter-
races looked as though they had been established for several years.
N.. K. & CO.2S PAMPHLET ON LAWNS) sent | : ——
Free with every order for lawn seed, ifrequested. — Minneapolis Exposition Building
IS YOUR LAWN FADING? ARE THE GRASSES DYING?
Ifso, Do not Disfigure Your Lawn, Offend Your Senses, or Fill Your Ground with Weed Seeds by using Stable
Manure, but apply EXCELSIOR LAWN DRESSING. EASILY APPLIED. NON-ODOROUS.
N., K. & CO.’S EXCELSIOR LAWN DRESSING
\ } Is a fertilizer especially prepared for Lawns. It possesses
in the highest degree and concentrated form those constitu-
ents best calculated to Nourish the Grass, promote its Luxu-
riant Growth and the Dark Green Coior so greatly admired. It
is not only the Most Perfect Lawn Dressing that has been de-
y | } vised, butitis the most pleasant to handle, being Non-Odorous,
so that its liberal use on a lawn cannot be detected by any un-
pleasant odor. Being dry and fine it is easy to apply, and im-
parts such a Vigorous Growth to the grass that two or three
\ applications during the season at the rate of one pound toeach
. \ 100 square feet of lawn keeps the grassin flourishing condition
my \ throughout the season and enables it to withstand the effect
\ of the hot summer sun. We prepare but one kind of Lawn
Pressing. This we donot believecan beexcelled. It is put
1) up in bags containing our brand. By express or freight, bag
of 10 pounds, 75¢; 25 lbs., $1.50; 50 Ibs., $2.50; 100 Ibs., $4.50.
How to Apply the Excelsior Lawn Dressing.
| lV YN The first application should be made early in the spring,
t
lf
as soon as the frost is out of the ground. Care should be
taken to scatter it evenly overthe lawn, sowing it by hand.
! The first application should be made at the rate of 10 to 15
| pounds fertilizer to every 1,000 square feet of lawn surface. If
{ at any time afterwards it be noticed that the lawn is thin and “A ys
/ light colored in spots, a further application of Fertilizer will Wl Wh N
Hi speedily restore its color. The fertilizer works best if applied i Wyre NS
i just before arain. Ifapplied, however, when the weather is wl, iv’ \\
LI aw hot and dry, the application should be made early in the Mp ie WS
A morning or late in the evening, and the lawn wet down freely }
| . \\ immediately afterwaras. In seeding down a new lawn, apply
\) y
IKNN broadcast, double the amount above mentioned, and rake it
1) \\ \\ in thoroughly before sowing the seed.
(\ \ \ The Use of Excelsior Lawn Dressing on Flowers.
iH By its judicious use, the health, vigor and free blossoming '
! character of flowers will be greatly enhanced. The result of
its use on flower beds is quickly seen by thedark green leaves
; and high color of blooms produced. To fertilize bedding /
plants, stira teaspoonfui, or more, according to the size of the
plant, into the soil about each plant, and repeat two or three
times during the season. After the fertilizer is used, water
| the plants freely. f
FOR HOUSE PLANTS. Dissolve one teaspoonful of Fertil-
izer in pue quart of ABET and ec the solution free arcund
the plants, stirring the solution while a ins, may be :
Root of Grass Show-= Epahed as often as the plant seems to peumiee it; once set Root of Grass showing the effect
ing need of Fertilizer. week or ten days, until they are in the desired condition. of using Excelsior Lawn Dressing.
86 NorTHRuP, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
NORTHERN GROWN NURSERY STOCK
IT WILL BE TO
SPECIAL
ATTENTION YOURADVANT-
GIVEN AGE AS WELL
TO AS OURS
BEAUTIFYING =| TO SENDUS
HOME =| YOUR ORDER
GROUNDS = | ON RECEIPT
MAKING oa. OF THIS
AND “| CATALOGUE.
REPAIRING WE MAKE
OF SHIPMENT
IN PROPER
LAWNS, ETC.
SEASON
HYDRANGEA PANICULATA GRANDIFLORA
NORTHRUP, KING & CO.’S “STERLING”
Hardy, Northern Grown Nursery Stock
Patrons will realize the importance of securing Northern Grown
Flowering Shrubs, Shade and Ornamental Trees, Roses, Fruits, etc., as
itis an admitted fact that like Northern grown seeds, they can be de-
pended upon to give satisfaction, not only in the Northwest, but
throughout the country in general. Thestrong, hardy growth which this stock obtains in
Minnesota, insures a big advantage over that of Eastern production. The varieties listed here-
in are such as will give best results under fair cultivation.
THE IMPORTANCE OF
SECURING MINNESOTA
GROWN STOCK
GUARANTEE We guarantee to furnish thrifty and healthy stock on every order, no matter
how small it may be. If there should be cause for complaint we must be notified
upon receipt and examination of goods, as we cannot be responsible forthe failure of any
stock after it has been received and virtually accepted, since much of the success depends
upon after treatment by the purchaser.
EARLY ORDERS /t Will be much to your advantage as well as our own to send us your
order on receipt of this catalogue. The stock will be reserved for you and
shipped as soon as it can properly be set out.
TIME OF OurSeed and Nursery departments are entirely separate. Should you order Seeds,
Shrubs,etc.,Seeds wiilbe shipped as soon after order is received as possible
SHIPMENT T&CS; pone Spe eS EE Pp ae
and ali Nursery Stock will be forwarded in proper season for planting in the locality
for which itis intended. To those of our Patrons who wish to make fall plantings of Trees,
Shrubs, etc.,we can make shipment about October, or as soon as stock becomes sufficiently dor-
mant to permit of transplanting. We will, however, furnish all like stock during spring season
unless specially noted to the contrary on order.
SHIPPING For small orders, shipping by express is preferable as the express companies now
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carry trees and plants to any part of the country ata reduction of 20 per cent. from
regular merchandise rates. For long distances freight is quite as good; it must be re-
membered however, that freights are slow, and ample time must be allowed us when shipping
goods in that way. Transportation charges to be paid by purchaser in every instance except
when quoted by mail postpaid.
When ordering Trees, Shrubs, Fruits, Perennial Plants, Summer
blooming Plants and Bulbs. Please use the Separate Nursery
Stock order sheet which you will find herewith. This will facilitate
the filling of your orders and the avoidance of mistakes.
SEPARATE ORDER SHEETS
FOR PLANTS
No substitutions are made without the purchaser’s permission; it is well
however for our patrons to name possible substitutions when mailing or-
ders.
NO SUBSTITUTION
Prices OUF prices are as low as good stock can be sold for and we know that a trial order will
make you a permanent customer.
We solicit your orders,
Nursery Dept. NORTHRUP, KING & CO.
January 1, 1903. Minneapolis, Minn,
NortTHrRup, KiInGc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 87
HARDY HERBACEOUS FLOWERING PLANTS
SEP of The extreme value of Hardy Perenniais lies in the fact that unlike an-
s nuals there is no cost replanting and rearranging each year. After planting
only ordinary care is required to keep themin a highly satisfactory condi-
tion for an almost indefinite time. Our list comprises the ‘‘cream”’ of the
best varieties.
ANEMONE JAPONICA
ae “Whirlwind,” semidouble and avery strong grower. Each 25c., per doz.,
-oQ,
AQUILEGIA.—Columbine
The Columbines have an’established place in all old-fashioned gardens.
Their curious forms and many pleasing shades of color, and the readiness
with which they adapt themselves to all localities, have made them prime
favorites. Coerulea—the true Rocky Mountain Columbine. An exquisite
goes with. pale-blue sepals and white petals. June. Weft. Each, 30c., per
0z., $3.50.
ARTEMISIA.—Southernwood.—Old Man.
Artemisa Abrotanum. ‘Old Man.” A finely-cut foliage plant, of a some-
what shrubby natureanda very pungent odor. The foliage is decorative
with cut flowers. Each, 40c., per doz., $4.50.
ASTER.—Michaelmas Daisy or Starvwort.
In the fallof the year, they make a grand sight when planted in masses,
and will keep the garden gay from June until frost. Novae-Angliae—the
well-known New England Aster; very showypurple. Var. Roseahas beauti-
ful pink flowers, quite unlike anything else in its class. A mass of thisis
a grand sight. Each265e per doz., $2.50.
BELLIS—Daisy.
Bellis perennis. The English Daisy. Red, white and pink, useful for edg-
ing beds. Aprilto August. 4inches. Each, 10c., per doz., $1.00.
BLEEDING HEART
A free blooming hardy plant that should be in
every garden; increases in size each year—crimson
flowers. Each, 25ce., per doz., $2.50.
CAMPANULA.—Bell-flower or Bluebells
Campanulas are So well Known as to need very
little description. Nearly ail bloom during the
summer, when flowers are scarce, and are good for
cutting. Media. The Canterbury Bell. Very
popular and wellknown. Flowers large. Blue and
white. Each, 25e. per doz., $2.50,
DOUBLE LARGE FLOWERING
HOLLYHOCKS
COREOPSIS.—Tickseed
The Coreopsis are well known
They give a profusion of bloom Gur-
ing the summer, and are useful for
cutting. Coreopsis grandiflora is
the one most generally grown..
Golden-yellow. 1 to 2 feet. Flow--
ers on iong stems. Each, 25c., per TRITOMA
doz., $2.50. RED HOT POKER
DELPHINIUM.—Larkspur.
Delphiniums please everyone. The following isthe best
for general cultivation: Delphinium formosum. Indigo bhie.
June to August. 144to3feet. Each, 25e., per doz., $2.50.
DIANTHUS-—Pinks.
Dianthus Barbatus. The well-known Sweet William, in
many colors. Each, 25ce., per doz., $2.50.
Dianthus Plumarius. (Scotch Pink) Single and double;
mixed colors. Pinks are pretty for edging and are clove
scented. Each, 30c., per doz. $3.50.
=f . DICTAMUS
Commonly known as “Gas Plant.” Itisoneof the very
best and neatest plants forthe hardy flower garden. Each,
30c., per doz., $3.50.
DIGITALIS.—Foxglove.
The Digitalis are found prominent in most old gardens.
their insistent spikes, like hollyhocks, filling a wantin gar-
den lines. They like a little shade or a cool, somewhat moist
place, though doing well under generally fair conditions.
Digitalis Purpurea is an essentialto the make-up of an old AY:
fashioned garden. Flowers purple and white. May and June. A AY La
3feet. Each, 25c., per doz., $2.50. HARDY JAPANESE IRIS, KAEMPFERI
Don’t fail to plant some of the grand Japanese Iris. Perfectly hardy, and in-
creases in size each year. See next page.
88
NorTHRuP, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN,
HARDY HERBACEOUS FLOWERING PLANTS
doz., $8.00.
per doz.,
description ;
75c., per doz.,
LARGE FLOWERING HARD‘ PHLOX.
HOLLYHOCK.— Althaea rosea.
The stately Hollyhockis more popular than ever,
although it is perpaps one of the oldest of gardenplants.
We have an exceptionally fine stock of this grand
plant in the following colors: White, red, pink, salmon.
Large roots, each, 25c., per doz., $2.50; extra size roots,
each, 50ce., per doz., $4.50.
IRIS.--Fleur de Lis.
One of the mostimportant genus of plants in the
hardy flower garden. It has been justly termed the
“poor man’s orchid,’ deserving of general cultivation.
Will keep the garden gay from April until July.
Kaempferi(JapanIris.) Flowers differ from the Ger-
man Iris in being broad and flat. They exhibit a won-
derful variety of colors and shades and appear later
thanthe German They rank among the most desirable
of hardy plants; succeed best in moist soil; 3 to 4 feet;
White, red, blue and pink shades. All named
yarieties; each 30c, doz., $3.50.
SPECIAL NOTE. We are importing direct from
Japan a few collections of Japan Iris, (Kaempferi,) in
extra large undivided clumps, 50 distinct named vari-
eties, each labeled and offer them at the low price of
$25.00 per 50 clumps or $15.00 per25clumps. These large
roots will produce freely of immense blooms the first
season, by planting in April. We areassured by our
Japanese agent that these collections will contain the
pick of the fancy sorts many of which have not hereto-
fore been sent to this country. We cansupply water
color paintings of this collection handsomely done on
rice paper @ $5.00 per 50 paintings, each different. The
price named is about the actual cost of producing and
importing these paintings and we offer them at the low
figure stated only to introduce these grand flowers to
all of our customers (supply limited.)
German Iris. The German Iris or‘‘'Flags’ as they
are commonly called bloom somewhat earlier than the
Japanese sorts and are a good companion to the above
named class. Pale blue, pure white, yellow, lavender
veined purple, pinkish buff color. Each 25c, per doz.,
$2.50; large clumps, each 75c., per doz., $7.50.
MOCCASIN FLOWER.—Ladies Slipper.
(Cypripedium.)
Minnesota State Flower. Pure white, inflated tips,
blushed crimson. Each 50c; per doz., $4.50.
LEMON LILY.
Yellow flowers; extremely hardy.
doz., $4.50,
Each 50ce, per
FUNKIA.—Day Lily or Plantain Lily.
The Day Lilies are very attractive, both in flowers and foliage,
and thrive wellin dampand partially shaded places, although they
will grow in almost any locality.
Japonica. (subcordata or alba).
grant, pure white, waxlike flowers. Oneo
Large roots, each, 50c., per doz., $4.50; large clumps, each,
Pale-green foliage and large fra-
the best. September. 1 foot.
$1.00, per
GAILLARDIA.—Blanket Flower.
No plant in the hardy flower garden gives more satisfaction than
the Gaillardia. It flowers in great profusion nearly all summer long.
The long, dry spells effect it very little, and except in very wet places
it will grow anywhere.
Gaillardia, Aristata. Newest hybrids, very large and fine. Crimson,
yellow and brown are the prevailing colors. It can be planted as an
edging toa bed, orin masses with others, or occupying an entire bed.
Its eat heightened by removing the old flower-heads. Each, 30e.,
3.3 .
HELIANTHUS.— Perennial Sunflower.
The perennial Sunflowers are so well known as to need but little
good for cutting. They have not the large, coarse
heads of the common, annual sunflower.
Multifiorous fl. pl. (Double Sunflower)—A blaze of gold in late sum-
mer and early autumn, and altogether one of the showiest of the hardy
perennials. Large roots, each, 25c., per doz., $2.50: large clumps, each,
HERBACEOUS PAEONIES.
Thesecontainthelargest, mostshowy and attractive
flowers in cultivation, almost rivaling the rosein color
and bloom. They are of stately growth, very hardy,
and delightful whenin bloom. Theyincrease in beautv
with age,and may be planted in almost any situation.
They succeed best in rich soil and will be benefitted by
a mulch ofrotten manure during the winter which may
be lightly spaded into the soilin spring. Double large
flowering in the following colors; pink, red, white,
white (straw color center,) rose, silvery rose. Large
roots, each 25ce,, per doz., $2.75; largeclumps, each 50c,
per doz., $5.50; undivided clumps, each $1.00, per doz.,
$10.00. These large undivided clumps will produce
srecly, of flowers much sooner than will the smaller
roots.
PAPAVER.—Poppy.
Showy perennials with large fiowers of rich and
striking colors. -
Orientale (Oriental Poppy)—Deep scarlet; large; very
showy; eighteeninches. Jnne. Each 25c, perdoz.,$2.50
PANSIES.
Pansies, strictly speaking, are not a perennial plant
in the northwestcountry but they occupy such a prom-
inent place in the category of garden flowers. We have
decided to includethem herein. Ourpansies have been
grown from the finest seed obtainable from specialists
in Europe, and there is no better strain to be had at any
price. Per doz.,40c; per 100, $2.50; per 1000, $20.00,
PHLOX.
Theseare justly esteemed as the finest of herbaceous
plants. They are of dwarf habit, perfectly hardy, of
very easy culture, and yield a profusion of bright,
showy bloom. They are hardly equaled by any other
hardy plantfor the decoration of the garden. Pure
white, bright pink dark centre, white pink eye, rich
purple shaded white, dark bluish purple, bright sal-
mon, bright pink, vividcrimson. Largeroots, each 25c,
per doz., $2.50; large clumps, each $1.00, per doz., $10,00,
RUDBECKIA,.
Golden Glow.
The Rudbeckias would be hard to dispense with;
they do muchto keep the garden bright during the
hot days of summer. Laciniata—‘Golden-Glow.” So
well known as to need but little description. The
double, yellow, dahlia-like flowers, borne on stems six
toeight feet high,in great profusion, makeit a very
conspicuous object during August, Useful for shrub-
beries. Each 25c, per doz., $2.50; extra large ‘clumps,
$1.00 to $2.00 each.
Golden Glow Is the “Queen” of hardy yellow flowering plants, succeeds under the most adverse conditions.
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easy culture.
LARGE FLOWERING DWARF FRENCH CANNAS
NEW FRENCH CANNAS
There is nothing in the way of Summer Blooming
Plants that compares with the New Dwarf Cannas for
brilliancy of color and free blooming qualities. They
begin to flower in July and continue until frost. A bed
of them on the lawn makes a handsome effect. We
supply them in large growing plants ready for setting
in the open groundin June. Orders will be booked in
advance and stock shipped in due time for planting.
We do not recommend the buying of dormant roots,
as itis difficultto keep them from rotting until time
for planting. Brilliant Scarlet flowers, green foliage;
Red and Yellow flowers, green foliage; Yellow flowers
spotted red, green foliage; Brilliant red, bronze foliage.
All of the above grow about five tall. Price, first size
plants, each, 35c, doz., $3.50; extra size plants, each,
50c, doz., $5.00. Prices named are for shipment by ex-
press, purchaser paying transit.
CALADIUM ESCULENTUM—“Elephant’s Ears.”
A handsome plant of tropical aspect, bearing leaves
sometimes a yard or morein expanse. Effective as a
single plant ona lawn, or in groups,; also useful for
decorative effect near streams or ponds. Bulbscar be
stored in dry sand in winter and kept from year to
year. Desirable and widely popular. Large bulbs, 15c.
each; $1.50 per doz., postpaid. By express, $7.50 per
100; extra large bulbs, each, 35c., per doz., $4.00; by
express, $15.00 per hundred; mammoth bulbs, each,
75c., postpaid.
TUBEROUS BEGONIAS
This showy flower has now become very popular.
Bulbs of Giant Flowering Begonias. Single mixed,
each 7c.; 4 for 25.: doz., 70c.;100, $5.00. Double mix-
ed, each, 15c.; 4 for 50c.; doz.,$1.00; 100, $8.00, postpaid.
HYACINTEUS CANDICANS
Giant Summer. Flowering Cape Hyaointh.
A very showy bulbous-rooted plant blooming in
August and September, the foliage somewhat resem-
bling yucca, flower spikes four to five feet high, bearing
from 20 to 30 large, bell-shaped, pure white fragrant
blossoms. Effective for center piece of bed. 10c. each;
6 for 50c., postpaid.
SUMMER FLOWERING OXALIS
Unexcelled for borders, margins and baskets. For
margins set the bulbs about three inches apart, and
the foliage will produce an unbroken row, richly adorn-
ed with flowers. In autumn lift the bulbs and store in
dry cellar.
DIEPPI.—The genuine. Pure white. 20 cents per
doz.; 25 for 40c.; 50 for 75c.; 100 for $1.50, postpaid,
LASANDRIA.—Rose pink. 10c. per doz.; 25 for 15c.;
100 for 40c., postpaid.
AURATUM.
The Goldeti Rayed Lily of Japan.
Its deliciously fragrant Flowers are
nearly a foot wide when fully expanded.
and are produced in great profusion. The
flowers are pure white, spotted with chocolate crimson, and each petal
banded with golden yellow. 20c, each; 2 for 35c;
paid. Extra large bulbs, 40c, each; 2 for 75c; $4.00 per doz., postpaid.
FLOWERING PLANTS AND BULBS.
HARDY GARDEN LILIES
No class of flowers could be more per-
manently attractive than the
Garden Lilies, and we urge our friends to
plant at leasta few of them. Thereis no
flower to compare with the Lily in deli-
cacy of color and shadings. They are of
Hardy
GOLD BANDED LILY OF JAPAN
AURATUM
$2.00 per doz., post-
SPECIOSUM ALBUM
Large, pure white flowers of great substance, with petals beauti-
fully re-curved.
25c each; 3 for 60c; $2.25 per doz., postpaid.
SPECIOSUM RUBRUM
The flower has a pure white ground, stained and spotted with rose,
resembling Speciosum Album except in color.
$2.25 per doz., postpaid.
25e each; 3for 60c;
DOUBLE TIGER LILY
Tigrinum flore pleno.
A perfectly double Tiger Lily of stately habit, bearing an immense
number of bright and lovely, double, orange-red flowers, spotted with
black. Large bulbs, 20c each; 2 for 35c; 10 for $1.50, postpaid.
SINGLE TIGER LILY
Tigrinum Splendens.
_ The grandest of the Tigers, sometimes six feet
high; very large pyramids of flowers, orange-red,
spotted with black. Large bulbs 15¢ each, 2 for 25c;
10 for $1.15, postpaid.
LILY OF THE VALLEY--Clumps.
A bed of Lily of the Valley, once planted, will last
a lifetime. Very fragrant, Large clumps, each, 50c,
per doz., $5.00; mammoth size clumps, each, 75c, per
doz., $8.00.
DOUBLE LARGE FLOWERING DAHLIAS.
This old favorite garden fiower is too well known
to require any description. We supply large roots
which will bloom the first season. White, scarlet
crimson, yellow, pink, variegated, each, 25c., 3 for
70c.; per doz., $2.75, by express, purchaser paying
transit. We have a limited number of mammoth, or
undivided roots, in the above named colors and which
we can sell at 50c. each, or $5.00 per doz.; by express
at purchaser’s expense.
LARGE FLOWERING GLADIOLUS.
A search, be it ever so painstaking and complete, of
the floral kingdom, will discover no flower of such easy
culture, embracing the great range of color with end-
less combinations and variety, to equal the Gladiolus.
It is rightfully called the people’s flower. Even the
orchids fail to equalit, exceptingin durability as a cut
flower, and here the Gladiolus excels all others. Our
bulbs are of the finest quality and will give bountiful
satisfaction the first season.
GROFF’S HYBRID SEEDLINGS. The most popu-
lar strainin America, the original introductions of Mr.
Groff awarded certificate of merit by Society of Ameri-
can Florists, New York, 1900. Each 10c, doz., 60c, post-
paid. 100 $3.00, 1000 $25.00; by express at purchasers
expense.
N., K. & Co., “Sterling” Mixture. Composed of choic-
est named varieties. nothing better ever offered for the
price. Each 5c, doz.,40c, postpaid. 100 $2.00, 1000$18.00,
By express at purchasers expense.
N., K. & Co.’s “Good” Mixture. As the name signi-
fies this is a good mixture and recommended to our
customers who desire to make a brilliant show in the
garden ata smal! cost. Each 4c, doz., 30c, postpaid.
100 $1.50, 1000$14.00. Byexpressat purchasers expense.
TUBEROSES.
This old fashioned pure white, sweet scented flower
is one of the most popular of summer blooming garden
plants. We have the true Dwarf Excelsior strain.
“MAMMOTH EXCELSIOR DWARF PEARL.” Es-
pecially selected for our retail trade; by mail each ‘ec,
4 for 25c, doz., 60c; by express at purchaser’s expense.
each 5c, 3 for 15c. doz., 50c, 100 $3.00. Wesupply 25 and
over at the hundred rate.
First Size Bulbs. By mail 3 for 12c, per doz., 40c;
by express at purchaser’s expense, 0 for 10c. doz., 35c,
100 $2.00.
Abed of OUR NEW FRENCH CGANNAS makes a grand effect. They begin to bloom
early in the summer and continue until frost.
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Hardy Flowering and Ornamental Shrubs.
ENERAL DIRECTIONS for the planting and care of Trees, Shrubs, etc., fur-
nished free with each order.
The Shrubs listed on the following pages have
been selected by a practical landscape gardener and the varieties mentioned are
perfectly hardy and desirable, not only for the Northwest Country, but for planting
generally throughout the United States,
The first figures given indicate the height at maturity.
The month men-
tioned indicates the time of blooming.
ADAM'S NEEDLE, OR SPANISH BAYONET
ADAM’S NEEDLE, or Spanish Bayonet
— Yucca Filamentosa. 5 feet. July.
An extremely hardy plant, producigg tall branched
spikes of drooping white bell-shaped flowers; foliage
remains green all winter; makes a handsome effect
when planted in groups on the lawn or in front of
shrubbery. The largest size plants will bloom the
first year. First size plants, each, 35c, 3 for $1.00;
large size, each, 50c, 3 for $1.35; extra large size, each,
$1.00, 3 for $2.75.
FLOWERING ALMOND
4 feet. May.
The long shoots of this shrub are full of double
white and pink blossoms about one inch in diameter.
We have both the double white and double pink flower-
ing varieties. First size plants, each, 50c, 3 for $1.35;
large size, each, $1.00, 3 for $2.75.
THUNBERG’S, or Japanese Barberry
Berberris Thunbergii.
Amygzdalus.
3 feet. June.
A dwarf shrub with fine dense foliage, beautifulon
the lawn and excellent for low hedges. Its. tinted
leaves and bright red berries produce a brilliant effect
intheautumn, First size plants, each, 35e, 3 for $1.00;
large plants, each, 50c, 3 for $1.35; extra large plants,
$1.00, 3 for $2.75; large clumps for immediate effect,
each, $2.00.
GREEN BARBERRY
Berberris Vulgaris. 8 feet. June.
The pretty yellow flowers of this bush are produced
about the last of May; of erect growth and its prickly
nature fits it for hedging. The berries completely
cover the plant andare of a purplish redcolor. They
remain on the plant nearly all winter. First size
plants, each, 35c, 3 for $1.00; large plants, each 50c, 3
for $1.35; extra large plants, each, $1.00, 3 for $2.75;
large clumps for immediate effect, each, $2.00.
PURPLE LEAVED BARBERRY
Berberris Purpurea. 7 feet. June.
The same as the preceding but with pretty purple
foliage which makes it very desirable for massing
with other shrubs. First size plants, each, 35e, 3 for
$1.00; large plants, each, 50c, 3 fur $1.25; extra large
plants, each, $1.00, 3 for $2.50; large clumps for imme-
diate effect, each, $2.50.
BUCKTHORN
Rhamnus Catharticus. 12 feet. June.
A popular hedge plant and extremely hardy—desir-
able asan ornamental shrub or for fence or hedge, Has
glossy foliage and produces small white flowers in
June. While this shrub will grow to a cae a of 20
feet it can be kept down to any size desired by frequent
trimming. Paying attention to this for the first few
years in order to get numerous strong branches near
the ground. ‘Prof.S. B.Green of the Minnesota State
Experimental Station regards it as by far the best
hedge plant for this section.” First size plant, each,
35ce, 3 for $1.00; large plants, each, 50c, 3 for $1.35; ex-
tra large plants, each, $1.00, 3 for $2.75,
BURNING BUSH
Buonymus Europaeus.
Strawberry-colored fruit in autumn—very ornamen-
tal. Large plants, each, 50c, 3 for $1.25; extra large
plants, each, $1.00, three for $2.75.
BURNING BUSH
Euonymus Albus. 6 feet.
White fruited variety of the preceding. Large
plants, each 50c, 3 for $1.25; extra large plants, each,
$1.00, 3 for $2.75.
6 feet.
BUFFALO BERRY
Shepherdia Canadiensis.
A large growing shrub, or small tree, with silvery
foliage and red fruit, much resembling a Currant,
Large plants, each, 50c, 3 for $1.25; extra large plants,
each, $1.00, 3 for $2.75.
CRANBERRY—High Bush Variety
Viburnum Opulus. S feet. June.
Flowers white, in flat clusters, berries red and
which hang until destroyed by frost late in fall. A
large growing shrub, resembling the snowball in wood
and foliage—quite suitable for shady and west loca-
tions. First size plants, each, 50c, 3 for $1.35; large
lants, each, $1.00, 3 for $2.75; extra large plants, each,
$2.00; large clumps for immediate effect, each, $4.00,
Northern Grown Nursery Stock will give you Best Satisfaction
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Hardy Flowering and Ornamental Shrubs.
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Golden Bell, or Forsythia
GOLDEN FLOWERING CURRANT
Ribes Aureum., 6 feet. May.
A very pretty shrub, producing fragrant, yellow
flowers in drooping racemes. First size plants, each,
50e, 3 for $1.35; large plants, each, $1.00; 3 for $2.75;
extra large plants. each, $2.00; large clumps for im-
mediate effect, each, $3.00.
WILD BLACK CURRANT
Ribes Floridum. 5 feet. April.
Beautiful dark green foliage; does wellin the shade
and thrives where no other shrub will succeed. First
size plants, each, 35e, 3 for $1.00; large plants, each,
hee © for $1.35; extra large plants, each, $1.00 3 for
2 fe
PANICLED DOGWOOD
Cornus Paniculata. & feet. June.
A dense growing shrub witha profusion of white
flowers followed by white fruit on red peduncles in
the fall: The gray bark is extremely attractive in win-
ter; Succeeds in the shade. First size plants, each,
35ce, 3 for $1.00; large plants, each, 50c,3 for $1.35; ex-
tra large plants, each, $1.00, 3 for $2.75.
SIBERIAN DOGWOOD
Cornus Siberica. 8 feet. July.
The Siberica is the most pronounced of the Dog-
woods; it is the most brilliant scarlet bark shrub we
have and lends a cheerful color to the winter land-
scape. First size plants, each, 35e, 3 for $1.00; large
lants, each, 50c, 3 for $1.35; extra large plants, each.
1.00, 3 for $2.75; large clumps for immediate effect,
each, $2.00.
VARIEGATED LEAVED RED DOGWOOD
Cornus Variegata. 5 feet. July.
_ Thisis a dwarf growing form of the preceding va-
riety with variegated silver and green foliage. Should
be planted in a southern exposure; a grand shrub.
First size plants, each, 50c, 3 for $1.35: large plants,
each, $1.00, 3 for $2.75; large clumps for immediate
effect, each, $2.00.
DEUTZIA GRACILIS
3 feet. June.
Strong growing shrubs,bearingnumerous smallelon-
ated clusters of flowers, very showy. This variety dif-
ers from the following in being of quite dwarf, bushy
habit, the racemes of white flowers completely cover
the plant, making it one of the most attractive shrubs.
First size plants, each, 35c, 3 for $1.00; large plants,
each, 50c, 3 for $1.35.
DEUTZIA CRENATA FI, Pl.
6 feet. June.
Same as preceding variety excepting thatit grows
taller and is more spreading. We can furnish this va-
riety in double white and double pink. Please be sure
to specify which is wanted when ordering. First size
plants, each, 35c, 3 for $1.00; large plants, each, 50c¢,
3 for $1.35.
ELDERBERRY
Sambucus Canadiensis. & feet. July.
Much valued forits white flowers, which are pro-
duced in large flat clusters and reddish purple berries
in thefall. ‘the flowers and fruit are extensively used
in cooking. First size plants, each, 35c, 3 for $1.00;
large plants, each, 50c,3 for $1.25; extra large plants,
each, $1.00, 3 for $2.75.
CUT LEAVED AMERICAN ELDERBERRY
Sambucus Laciniatus. 6 feet.
A valuable variety, with elegantly divided leaves—
one of the best cut-leaved shrubs. First size plants,
each, 50ec, 3 for $1.22; extra large plants, each, $1.00;
large clumps for immediate effect, $2.00 to $3.00 each.
GOLDEN LEAVED ELDERBERRY
10 feet.
One of the choicest of golden leaved shrubs. Suc-
ceeds in most any soil but should be plantedina
southern exposure to bring out the richest color. First
size plants, each, 35e, 3 for $1.00;large plants, each,
50c, 3 for $1.25; extra large plants, each, $1.00, 3 for
$2.75; large clumps for immediate effect, $2 to $3 each.
GOLDEN BELL, or Forsythia
Forsythia Fortunii. S feet. April.
Blooms in early spring before the leaves appear,
and its yellow flowers are extremely showy—succeeds
bestin a sunny location. First size. each, 35c,3 for
$1.00; large plants, each, 50c, 3 for $1.25; extra large
plants, each. $1.00, 3 for $2.75; large clumps for im-
mediate effect, each, $2.00.
TARTARIAN BUSH HONEYSUCKLE
Lonicera Tartarica Grandifilora. 10 feet, May.
The bush forms of honeysuckle are strong growers,
free bloomers and succeed in mostany soil. The fruit
is very decorative; makes a very desirable hedge
plant and can be trimmed at will. Gandiflora. Pink
flowered. First size plants, each, 35e,3 for $1.00; large
plants, each, 50c, 3 for $1.25; extra large plants, each,
$1.00, 3 for $2.75; large clumps for immediate effect,
each, $2.00.
MORROW’S HONEYSUCKLE
Lonicera Morrowi. G6 feet July.
A quick growing variety of the bush honeysuckle;
produces handsome, white, sweet scented flowers, the
most beautiful when covered with bright red fruit
from August until late in the fall. First size plants,
each, 50c, 3 for $1.25; large plants, each, $1.00, 3 for
$2.75; large clumps for immediate effect, each, $2.00.
JAPAN QUINCE—Cydonia Japonica
Fire Bush. 3 to £ feet.
This is one of the oldestinhabitants of our shrub-
beries. Its bright red flowers in early spring making a
brilliant display. First size plants, each, 50c:;: large
plants, each, $1.00.
HYDRANGEA PANICULATA GRANDIFLORA
6 feet. August.
Large panicle flowered Hydrangea—one of the most
satisfactory blooming shrubs, producing immense
heads of white flowers, which changeto a deep pink,
flowering in August and September when very few
shrubs are in bloom. Should be pruned back closely
in winter. Don’t fail to include at least one of these
grand shrubs in your order. First size plants, each,
35c; large plants, 50c; extra large plants, each, $1.00.
PANICULATA GRANDIFLORA STANDARDS
6 to 8 feet.
Same as above, but grown in tree form, each, $1.00.
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HARDY HYDRANGEA—Faniculata Grandiflora.
(See page 91 for prices.)
LILAC Syringa
An extremely hardy, handsome, large growing
shrub, producing sweet scented flowers in May; suc-
ceeds well under all conditions but blooms best when
growing inrich soil. Our Lilacs have been carefully
cultivated and are all of fine shape and perfectly
healthy.
=f LILAC, VULGARIS
This is the true old garden Lilac. 8 to 10 feet. May.
Rubra, Purple. First size plants, each, 35c, 3 for
$1.00: per doz., $3.75; large plants, each, 50c, 3 for
$1.25: per doz., $4.50; good sized clumps, each, $1.00,
3 for $2.75; extra large clumps, each, $2,00, 3 for $5.50;
mammoth size, for immediate effect, from $4.00 to
$10.00 each. f
Alba, White. First size plants, each, 50c, 3 for
$1.25: good size clumps, each, $1.00, 3 for $2.75; ex-
tra large clumps from $2.00 to $5.00 each.
LILAC, CHARLES X
7to8 feet. May.
Same type as Vulgaris. but with reddish purple
flowers which are somewhat larger than those pro-
duced by the above named variety. First size plants,
gocnnme 12 $1.25; large plants, each, $1.00, 3 for
2.75.
LILAC, PERSIAN—Persica
7 to8 feet. May.
The flowers are light purple and in open heads,
completely covering the bush. The habit is more
open than that of the common lilac. First size plants,
each, 50c.; largeclumps, from $1.00 to $3.00 each.
LILAC, HUNGARIAN, or JOSIKAEA
Late Blooming Lilac. S8 feet. June.
This species differs from the garden lilac, in that
it has large, shining foliage and dark, lilac-colored
flowers, bloomingin June, and is particularly useful
on this account, other lilacs being out of flower then.
Does not spread from the roots. First size plants,
each, 50c.; large plants, each, $1.00; extra large
plants, each, $2.00.
LILAC, JAPAN TREE
20 feet. End of June.
A species from Japan and growing in tree form,
much resembling a Whitney crab apple in shape, with
bark like cherry; foliage dark green, glossy, leathery
Flowers creamy white and produced in great panicles;
very desirable on account of coming into bloom so
Hardy Flowering and
Ornamental Shrubs.
late in the spring. First size plants, each, 50c.; large
plants, each, $1.00; extra large plants, each, $1.50;
large trees, $2.50 to $5.00 each.
DOUBLE FLOWERING PLUM
Prunus Triloba. 5 feet. May.
This is planted for its large double pink flowers,
which usually appearin June and which are as double
as smallroses. Large plants, each, 75e.; extra large
plants, each, $1.50; mammoth size, each, $2.50.
PURPLE LEAVED PLUM
Prunus Pissardi. 10 feet.
One of the best purple leaved shrubs, or small trees,
as it retains its color until the very last thingin the
fall—which no other shrub does. As early as Mayitis
often a mass of small, white flowers; worthy of gen-
eral planting. Requires some protection. Large plants,
each, 75c.; extra large plants, each. $1.50; mammoth
size, $2.00 to$5.00 each.
PYRUS ARBUTIFOLIA—Choke Berry
4 to 5 feet
One of the most desirable of shrubs. The flowers
are white, in clusters,and appear in such abundance
as to entirely envelop the bush; blooms in May. The
flowers are followed by bright red berries which re-
main in perfection well into winter. Large plants,
each, 75c.
OLEASTER
Eleaguus Augustifolia 20 feet. June.
Has silvery foliage; grows anywhere and is used
principally forits silvery hued branches and leaves.
Large plants, each, 50c.; extra large plants, each, $1.00
RUSSIAN MULBERRY
A very large shrub when grown to bush form, or
it can be trained into a smalltree. Very interesting
foliage—each leaf being different. Excellent for use
asatall hedge or screen for shutting off alleys; suc-
ceeds in poor soil but should havea sunny position.
First size plants, each, 35c,3 for $1.00; large plants,
each, 75c, 3 for $2.00; extra large plants, each, $1.50, 3
for $4.00; mammoth size, each, $3.00.
MOCK ORANGE, or SYRINGA
S feet. May.
A strong growing shrub with sweet scented white
flowers in the greatest profusion; foliage bright and
handsome. No garden is complete without one or
more of these grand shrubs. Grows well in poor soil
and does well in the shade. Don’t leave this out of
your list. Large plants, each, 50c, 3 for $1.25; extra
large plants, each, $1.00; mammoth size for immedi-
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VULGARIS
LILAC.
if you have room in your garden for but one shrub, that one should be the HARDY HYDRANGEA. It will
give you more satisfaction than any shrub we know of. See page 90 for prices.
“General Jack,’’ the most beautiful of all Hardy Red Roses. Don’t fail to include them in your order.
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HARDY FLOWERING SPIRAEAS.
SPIRAEA—ANTHONY WATSRER
A PAGH OF SPIRAEAS
A splendid garden shrub; entirely hardy and extremely
free blooming. By makinga selection from the various va-
rieties listed below, a continuation of bloom can be secured
throughout the spring and summer. We have catalogued
only those sorts that we know to be perfectly hardy and such
as will give best results.
SPIRAEA, ANTHONY WATERER
2 to 38 feet
A most beautiful variety of Bumalda. In habit of growth
it is the same asits parent. The flowers are crimson in the
bud and when first open, fading afterwards toa deep pink.
It blooms in June and if the flowers are cut off asfastas
they commence to decay, there will be a continuance of them
throughout the season—to some extent. First size plants,
each, 50c,3 for $1.35; large plants, each, $1.00; 3 for $2.75.
SPIRAEA, ARGUTA
3 feet. May.
Tke first Spiraea to bloom; produces sprays of snowy
white flowers, and is considered one of the most beautiful
varieties of this grand plant. Don’t failto include this with
your list. First size plants, each, 50c, 3 for $1.35; large plants
each, $1.00, 3 for $2.75.
SPIRAEA, ASH LEAVED._SORBIFOLIA
4 feet. July.
A beautiful variety, producing in July; long
panicles of white flowers, leaves resembling
those of the mountain ash—of genuine merit.
First size plants, each, 50c,3 for $1.35: large
plants, each, $1.00, 3 for $2.75.
SPIRAEA, BILLARDI
5 feet
Bears spikes of rasy pink flowers in June,
continuing to some extent all summer. First
size plants, each. 50e, 3 for $1.35; large plants,
each, $1.C0, 3 for $2.75.
SPIRAEA, BUMALDA
2 feet
Bears numerous flat heads of rosy pink
flowers toward the middleof June, and continues
to produce them until the close of autumn; of
compact growth. First size plants, each, 50c,3
for $1.35; large size plants, each, $1.00, 3 for
$2.75.
SPIRAEA, CALLOSA
4 feet. July.
_ Flowers pink and in largeflat heads. Blooms
in July and continues for several weeks. First
size plants, each, 50c, 3 for $1.35; large plants
each, $1.00, 3 for $2.75. “
SPIRAEA, DOUGLASI
4 feet
Flowers pink; in finger-like panicles; one of
the bestsorts. First size plants, each, 50c,3 for
$1.35; large plants, each, $1.00, 3 for $2.75.
SPIRAEA, OPULIFOLIA AUREA
6 feet
Golden leaved. The flowers are white, in
flat heads, opening in June; foliage a beautiful
golden, which is very pretty in early spring.
First size plants, each. 50c, 3 for $1.35; large
plants, each, $1.00, 3 for $2.75.
SPIRAEA, PRUNIFOLIA FI, Pl.
Double Flowered Plum Leaved Spiraea, also
called ‘‘Bridal Wreath.’’
The pretty double white flowers are produced
in bunches of twos and threes all along theal-
most leafless stems. They usually expand in
May and continue to blooma long time. Justly
merits a place in the front rank among flowering
shrubs. Large plants, each, 50c,3 for $1.35;
extra large plants, each $1.00; 3 for $2.75.
SPIRAEA, THUNBERGII
#4 feet
Produces single white fiowers in bunches of
two to four in May, leaves narrow and of a
light green color; very graceful in appearance,
the branches being somewhat drooping. First
size plants, each, 50c, 3 for $1.35: large plants,
each, $1.00, 3 for $2.75.
SPIRAEA, VAN HOUTTEI
Also called ‘‘Bridal Wreath’’
6 feet
In June when enyeloped by a mass of snow-
white flowers, it becomes the most conspicu-
ous ofall the shrubsinthe garden. Its delicate,
graceful foliage makes it attractive atalltimes
during the summer. First size plants, about 2 ft.,
each, 50c,3for $1.35: large plants, each, $1.00,
3 for $2.75; large clumps, each, $2.00.
We have alimited number of Larger
Shrubs of the above named Spiraeas
and which we ¢an offer at $2.50 each.
Where animmediate effect is wanted
these are most desirable.
SPIRAEA VAN HOUTTEI
If you buy Trees, Shrubs, Vines, etc., in LARGE QUANTITIES we will make Lib-
eral Discounts from prices named in this list,
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MOCK ORANGE—Syringa
See page 92, for description and price
SCARLET FRUITED THORN
Crataegus Coccinea 10 to 12 feet:
This, besidesits white blossoms, SWEET SCENTED SHRUB
has very large scarlet fruit in the Calycanthus Floridus
fall. It is the earliest Hawthorn
to flower, blooming in May. When the fruit is ripe it
is unusually attractive. Large plants each, $1.00,
3 for $2.75; extra large plants, each, $2.00, 3 for $5.00.
SWEET SHRUB
Calycanthus Floridus. 5 to 6 feet.
A handsome shrub; flowers brown-red with an ex-
quisite pineapple fragrance. Requiressome protection,
Large plants, each, 50ce,3 for $1.35.
ST. JOHN’S WORT
Hypericum Aureum. 3 feet.
Produces very large yellow flowers and is a grand
acquisition to any collection of shrubs. Requires
some protection. Large plants, each, 50c, 3 for $1.35;
extra large plants, each, $1.00, 3 for $2.75.
SNOW BERRY
Symphoricarpus Racemosus. 4 feet.
With its pink flowers and white, waxy berries,
borne at the same time, itis very ornamental in the
latter part of summer; makes a grand effect when
planted near or among the Barberry, one having white
berries, the other red. First size plants, each, 35c,3 for
$1.00; large plants, each, 5€c,3 for $1.35; extra large
plants, each, $1.00, 3 for $2.75.
SMOKE TREE
Rhus Cotinus, 9 feet.
The large panicles of purplish, misty-looking flowers this bears
in June, makes it a most attractive shrub. In fall the leaves change
to brown, redand yellow colors. Large plants each, 50e,3 for $1.35;
extra large plants, each, 75c, 3 for $2.00.
SUMACH AROMATIC
Rhus Aromatica. 6 feet.
A spreading shrub, bearing orange red berries, which ripen in
June. In autumn the foliage changes toa beautiful scarlet. Large
plants, each 75e, 3 for $2.00; extra large plants, each, $1.25, 3 for $3.50
SUMACH—CUTLEAF
Rhus Laciniata. 5 feet.
A beautiful variety, with finely di-
vided leaves, crimson in the fall. Should
be planted where it may ‘‘sucker up” to
makea largeclump. Large plants, each,
50c, 3 for $1.35; extra large plants, each,
$1.00, 3 for $2.75.
COMMON SNOWBALL
Viburnum Sterilis. 9 feet.
The Common Snowball, is, perhaps,
one of the most generally useful shrubs
forthelawn. It grows vigorously and is
broad, and bears numerous balls of snow-
white blossoms about the end of May.
First size plants, each, 50c, 3 for $1.35;
large plants, each, $1.00, 3 for $2.75; large
clumps, $2.00 to $3.00 each.
JAPAN SNOWBALL
Viburnum Plicatum. 7 feet.
Much superior to the old Snowball; of
upright, bushy growth, entire leaves, and
bearing heads of white flowers in great
profusion; bloomsin June. It stands un
rivaled among shrubs. First size plants
each, 50c, 3 for $1.35; large plants, each
$1.00, 3 for $2.75; extra large plants, each
$2.00, 3 for $5.00.
COMMON SNOWBALL—Viburnum Sterilis.
You will make no mistake in planting MINNESOTA GROWN NURSERY STOCK. Its extreme hardi-
ness makes it the most desirable.
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SHEEP BERRY
Viburnum Prunifolium. 8 feet.
A large growing shrub, bearing flat clusters of white flowers in
early summer, followed by black fruitinthe fall. Firstsize plants,
each, 35c, 3for $1.00; large plants, each, 50c, 3 for $1.35; extra large
plants, each, $1.00, 2 .or $2.75.
SILVER THORN
Eleagnus Parvifolia. 10 feet.
A grand shrub; flowers sweet scented, and which are suc-
ceeded by mottled-red berries. Large plants, each, 75c,3 for $2.00;
extra large plants, each, $1.25, 3 for $3.50.
SWEET PEPPER BUSH
Clethra Alnifolia. 4 feet.
Bears a profusion of sweet scented flowers in the early days of
August; perfectly hardy, succeedingin any soil. Large plants 35c, 3 for
$1.00; extra large plants, each, 50e,3 for $1.35.
TAMARIX ODESSANA
5 feet.
One of the most satisfactory shrubs in cultivation; succeedingin
sand, or soil where most shrubs will not do well. Has fine, feathery
foliage and small pink flowers, which appear about June and continue
untilfall. First size plants, each, 50c, 3 for $1.35; large plants, each,
$1.00, 3 for $2.75.
; WEIGELIA ROSEA
6 feet.
Beautiful shrubs, that bloom in June and July; the flowers are
produced in so great a profusion as to almost hide the shrub. They
are very desirable piants for the border or for grouping or as specimen
plants forthe lawn. Requires winter protection for the first few years,
after that they will take care of themselves. First size plants, each
75c, 3 for $2.00; large plants, each, $1.00, 3 for $2.75.
IMPORTANT
IT WILL BE MUCH TO YOUR ADVANTAGE TO PLACE YOUR
ORDER UPON RECEIPT OF THIS CATALOGUE. WE MAKE SHIP-
MENT IN PROPER SEASON FOR PLANTING.
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SWEET PEPPER BUSH
Clethra Alnifolia.
VARIEGATED LEAVED WEIGELIA
4 feet.
Very desirable on account of its fine-
ly variegated foliage, which is yellow-
ish white; lasts the entire season and
contrasts finely with its rose-colored
flowers. First size plants, each, 75c,
3 for $2.00; large plants, each, $1.00,
3 for $2.75.
WEIGELIA CANDIDA
5 feet.
This is the very best of all white
flowering Weigelias. A strong, up-
right, erect grower, flowers pure white
and produced in great profusion in
June and continues to bloom through
the entire summer. First size plants,
each, 75c, 3 for $2.00; large plants.
each, $1.00, 3 for $2.75.
NOTE
Lack of space in this Cata-
logue prevents us from listing
all of the trees, shrubs, etc.,
which we can supply toadvan-
tage. If you do not find herein
what you may wantin this line,
we shall be glad to have you
send usa memorandum of your
requirements, for prices.
WEIGELIA ROSEA
We make a specialty of CLEMATIS JACHMANNI, the most beauti-
ful of flowering vines. See page 98 for description and prices.
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HARDY SHADE AND
CUTLEAF WEEPING BIRCH
Hardy Shade and Ornamental Trees
(Figures in parenthesis indicate about the height
of the tree when at from twenty to thirty years of age.)
Trees offered on the following pages are all nursery
grown, transplanted and strictly first-class in every
respect. The hardiness and vitality of Minnesota
grown trees commend them to planters, not only for
the Northwest country, but for all other localities as
well. We are in position to supply large specimen
trees, such as will give immediate effect. Prices on
application.
AMERICAN WHITE ASH
Fraxinus Americana. (50 feet.)
Considered best of the Ash family. When given
ample room it attains grand proportions; under side
of leaves light silvery color. Size No. 1,about6 to 8 feet,
50c, per doz., $5.50; size No. 2, about 10 to 12 feet, $1.50;
per doz., $16.00; selected trees, each, $2.50, per doz.,
$28.00.
AMERICAN BLACK ASH
Fraxinus Sambucifolia. (40 feet.)
Another large-growing native tree, with rather
broader foliage than the White. Size No. 1, about6 to
8 feet, each, 50c, per doz., $5.50; size No. 2, about 10 to
12 feet, each, $1.50; per doz., $16.00.
GREEN ASH
Fraxinus Viridus. (380 feet.)
The Green Ashis of medium height and is noted
for its bright green foliage. Size No.1, about 6 to 8 feet,
each, 50c, per doz., $5.50; size No. 2, about 10 to 12 feet,
each, $1.50, per doz., $16.00; selected trees, each, $2.50
BOX ELDER, or ASH LEAVED MAPLE
Acer Negundo. (20 feet.)
A native tree; maple-like in its seeds and ash-like
in foliage; of irregular spreading habit and rapid
growth. Size No.1, about 6 to 8 feet, each, 50c, per doz.,
&5.50; size No. 2, about 8 to 10 feet, each, $1.50, per doz.,
#16.00; selected trees, each, $2.50, per doz., $28.00,
ORNAMENTAL TREES.
AMERICAN WHITE BIRCH
Betula Populilfolia. (30 feet.)
Commonly called Poplar Birch; much valued for
its white bark and rapid growth. Size No.1, about 6 to
8 feet, each, 50c, per doz., $5.50; size No. 2, 10 to 12 feet,
$1.75, per doz., $18.00; selected trees, each, $3.00.
EUROPEAN WHITE BIRCH
Betula Alba.
This variety of Birch is also much valued for its
rapid growth, pretty foliage and white bark. At the
age of about four years the white bark begins to ap-
ear. Size No. 1, about 6 to 8 feet, each, 50e, per doz.,
5.50; size No. 2, about 10 to 12 feet, each, $1.75, per
doz., $18.00; selected trees, each, $3.00.
PAPER, or CANOE BIRCH
Betula Papyracea. (40 feet.)
Known as Paper and Canoe Birch; one of the finest
of birches, growing into a large, shapely tree, having
large leaves and beautiful white bark. Size No.1, about
6 to 8 feet, each, 75c, per doz.. $8.00: size No. 2, 10 to 12
feet, each, $2.00, per doz., $22.00; selected trees, each,
$3.00.
CUT LEAVED WEEPING BIRCH
Penduila Laciniata. (40 feet.)
The most popular of all weeping or pendulous trees.
Its tall, slender, yet vigorous growth, graceful,drooping
branches, silvery white bark and delicately cut foli-
age present a combination of attractive characteris-
tics rarely met withina single tree. Size No.1, about
5 to 6 feet, each, $1.50; size No. 2, about 7 to 9 feet, each,
$3.00; selected trees, each, $5.00.
CATALPA SPECIOSA
(40 feet.)
A valuable tree with ornamental foliage and flow-
ers and of easy culture on common soils; leaves of
immense size and heart-shaped, flowersin July when
few trees arein bloom. Valuable for street and lawn
planting; of rapid growth and blooming when quite
young. Size No. 1. about5to6feet, each, $1.00, per
doz, $10.00; No 2, about 8 to 10 feet, each, $2.00, per
doz., $22.00; selected trees, each, $2.75.
CATALPA BUNGEI
Umbrella Catalpa. (10 feet.)
Grafted on stems six to eight feet high, it makes
an umbrella shaped top without pruning; perfectly
hardy, and flourishes in almost all soils and climates;
a most unique tree; valuable for lawn, street, park
or cemetery planting. Size No.1, about 5 to7 feet, each,
$1.00, per doz., $10.00; selected trees, each, $2.00, per
doz., $22.00.
CRAB APPLE, BECHTELS DOUBLE FLOWERING
Pyrus Cor. Fi. Pl. (3 to 6 feet.)
One of the most beautiful of the many fine varie-
ties of floweringcrabs; tree of medium size, covered
in early spring with large, beautiful, double, fragrant,
flowers of a delicate pink color. Froma distance the
flowers have the appearance of small roses; blooms
when quite young. Size No. 1, each, 75e., per
doz., $8.00; size No. 2, each, $1.50, per doz., $16.00;
selected trees, each, $3.00.
AMERICAN SWEET CHESTNUT
Castanea Americana. (60 feet.)
A well-known forest and nut-bearing tree; of great
value for ornamental purposes. Size No.1, about 4to5
feet, each, 75e; size No. 2, selected, each, $1.50.
DOUBLE FLOWERING CHERRY
Cerasus Flore Alba Plena.
A tree of medium growth producing clusters of
double white flowers in May; blooms so profusely as
to completely hide the branches from view; fifteen to
twenty feet high when fully grown. Size No.1, about
5 to 7 feet, each, $1.00, per doz., $10.00; selected trees,
each, $2.00, per doz., $22.00.
CUT LEAVED WEEPING BIRCH
makes a grand effect when planted on the
lawn. See illustration above.
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TEAS WEEPING MULBERRY.
HARDY SHADE AND ORNAMENTAL
TREES, Continued.
TEAS WEEPING MULBERRY. Morus.
A very ornamental, fast growing, umbrella-shaped
weeper. Succeedsin mostanysoil. No.1, about 5to6
ft., each $1.50, per doz., $16.00; selected trees, each
$3.00, per doz., $34.00; large specimens, each $5.00.
RUSSIAN MULBERRY.
Morus Tartarica. 20 ft.
Very interesting foliage as each leaf has a differ-
ent shape, is perfectly hardy and makes fine material
for shutting off alleys and the like. Growsin poor soil
but not wellin the shade. No.1, about 5 to 6 ft., each
50c, per doz., $5.50; selected trees, each $1.00, per doz.,
.00,
AMERICAN WHITE ELM.
Ulmus Americana. 60 feet.
A native tree of large size with open spreading head
and graceful, drooping branches, succeeds admirably
even where the soil is somewhat heavyand damp.
Size No. 1, about 6 to 8 feet, each 50c, per doz., $5.50;
No. 2,8tol0ft., each $1.00, per doz., $10.00; selected
trees, each $2.00, per doz., $22.00.
RED or SLIPPERY ELM.
Ulmus Fulva. 50 feet.
This native elm makes a good shade tree, its foliage
being large and abundant. No. 1,6 to 8 ft., each 50c,
er doz., $5.50; No. 2,8 to10 ft., each $1.00, per doz.,
10.00; selected trees, each $2.00, per doz., $22.00.
WEEPING ELM. Ulmus Pendula. 10 feet.
Grafted 6to 8ft. high, this forms one of the most
picturesque drooping trees, leaves large, dark green
and glossy. No.1, about5to6ft., each $1.60; No. 2,6 to
8 ft., each $2.50; selected trees, each $4.00.
EUROPEAN LARCH. Larix Europaea. 50 ft.
Branches slender and having a pendulous habit
when young. No.1, about 4 to 5 ft., each $1.00, per doz.,
$10.00; selected trees, each 2.00, per doz., $22.00.
AMERICAN LINDEN.
Tilia Americana. 60 ft.
Commonly knownas basswood, an exceedingly fine
large tree. No.1, about 6 to 8 ft., each 75c, per doz.,
$8.00; selected trees, each $2.00, per doz., $22.00.
EUROPEAN LINDEN.
Tilia Europaea. 385 ft.
Silver leaved iinden. Large tree, forming compact,
round head. No.1, about6to8ft., each 75c., per doz.,
$8.00; selected trees, each $2.00, per doz., $22.00.
NORWAYMAPLE. Acer Plat. 50 ft.
A round headed, handsome tree, large green leaves.
No.1, 6 to §ft.,each 75c, per doz., $8.00; selected trees,
each $2.00, per doz., $22.00.
SILVER LEAF MAPLE. AcerDasy. 60 ft.
A beautiful, ornamental tree of quick growth. No.
1,about6 to 8 ft., each 50c, per doz., $5.50; selected
trees, each $1.50, per doz., $16.00.
SCHWEDLER’S MAPLE. Acer Schwed. 35 ft.
Considered by many to bethe finest of hardy ma-
ples, foliage bright crimson in Spring fading to pur-
plish greeninthe Autumn. No.1, about6 to 8 ft., each
$1.50, per doz., $16.00; selected trees, each $3.00, per
doz., $34.00.
SUGAR or HARD MAPLE. Acer Sacc. 60 ft.
Well known for its large growth and handsome foli-
ageinautumn. No.labout8to 10 ft., each $1.00, per
doz., $10.00; selected trees, each $2.00, per doz., $22.00.
HORSE CHESTNUT. Aesculus Glabra. 60 ft.
Useful as an ornamental or street tree, produces
greenish yellow flowersin May. No.1, about4 to 6 ft.,
each $1.00, per doz., $10.00; selected trees, each $2.00,
per doz., $22.09.
AMERICAN MOUNTAIN ASH.
Frazinus Americana. 60 ft.
Under sideof leaves light silvery color. When given
ample room it attains grand proportions. No.1, about
5 to 6 ft., each 75c, per doz., $8.00; selected trees, each
$2.00, per doz., $22.00.
SCARLET OAK, Quercus Coccinea. 60 ft.
Makes a large tree, foliage turns to scarlet in the
Fall. No.1, about 4 to 5 feet, each $1.50, per doz., $16.,
selected trees, each $3.00.
AMERICAN WHITE OAK. Quercus Alba. 60 ft.
The foliage takes on a purplish hue in the Autumn.
Suitable for avenue planting. No.1,about5to6 feet,
each $1.00, per doz., $10.00.
CAROLINA POPLAR. Populus Delt. 50 ft.
Of strong, quick growth and handsome shape.
Desirable for planting where shadeis wanted quickly.
No.1; about 6 to 8 feet, each 50c, per doz., $5.50; selected
trees, each $1.50, per doz., $16.00; specimen trees, each
$3.00.
LOMBARDY POPLAR.
Populus Fastig. 60 ft.
Very popular for producing landscape effects.
Makes an excellent tall screen. No.1, about 6 to 8 feet,
each 50ce, per doz., $5.50;selected trees, each $1.50, per
doz., $16.00. Specimen trees, each $3.
WHITE or SILVER POPLAR.
Populus Alba. 50 ft.
Resembles the Lombardy but has silver foliage
and is not as fasta grower. No.1,about6 to 8 feet, each
50c, per doz., $5.50; selected trees, each $1.50.
RED BARK or MAHOGANY WILLOW.
Salix Brit. 20 ft.
Grows compact and symmetrical. A very attract-
ive tree for winter contrasts. No. 1, about 5 to 6 feet
each 50¢, per doz., $5.50; selected trees, each $1.50.
GOLDEN WILLOW.
Salix Vit. 20 feet.
Bark is bright golden yellow, branches somewhat
drooping. No.1, about 6 to 8 feet, each 75c, per doz., $8.,
selected trees, each $1.50, per doz., $16.00.
KILMARNOCK WEEPING WILLOW.
Salix Pendula. 6 feet.
Forms without any trimming anexceedingly grace-
ful tree, with glossy foliage and perfect umbrella head.
No.1, about 5 to 7 feet, each $1.50, per doz., $16.00;
selected trees, each $3.00.
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ORNAMENTAL AND FLOWERING CLIMBERS.
CLEMATIS
JACKMANNI
CLIMBING VINES
Hardy Vines are a specialty with us and we supply
only large, strong roots, such as will give good re-
sults the first season. Our Clematis are home grown
aud should not be compared with the inferior imported
stock offered at low prices by some catalogue houses.
AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII, or BOSTON IVY
Also called Japanese Ivy. Leaves overlap one an-
other, forming a dense sheet of green. The plant isa
little tender while young, and requires protection the
first few winters, but once established, there is no fur-
ther risk. It grows rapidly and clings tothe wall or
fence with the tenacity of ivy; the foliage is very
handsome in summer, and changes to crimson scarlet
inautumn. Forcovering walls, stumps of trees, rook-
eries, etc., no plant is so useful. For the ornamenta-
tion of brick and stone structures, it can be specially
recommended. First size roots, each, 50c, per doz.,
$5.00; extra large roots, each, $1.00, per doz., $9.00.
ARISTOLOCHIA—Birthwort
Sipho. (Dutchman’s Pipe) <A native species, of
climbing habit and rapid growth, with magnificent
light green foliage 10 to 12in. in diameter, and curious
pipe-shaped, yellowish brown flowets. First size roots,
each, 75¢, pez doz., $7.50; extra large roots each, $1.50,
per doz., $16.00. 4
BITTERSWEET
A long growing vine of rich, glossy foliage with
yellow flowers, succeeded by orange berries, holding
all winter. First size roots, each, 35ce, per doz., $4.00;
extra large roots, each, 75c, per doz., $7.50.
HALLS HONEYSUCKLE
An almost evergreen variety, with pure white flow-
ers, changing to yellow; very fragrant and a vigorous
grower; covered with flowers from July to October;
best blooming of all. First size roots, each, 50c¢, per
doz., $5.00; extra large roots, each, $1.00, per doz.,
$10.00; mammoth size, each, $1.50.
SCARLET TRUMPET HONEYSUCKLE
Sempervirens
Flowers der U red, trumpet-shaped— blooms all sum-
mer; appropriate for trellises and rock work; one of
the handsomest. First size roots, each, 50c, per doz.,
$5.50; extra large roots, each, $1.00; per doz., $10.00;
mammoth size, each, $1.50.
CLEMATIS
None among hardy perennials exceeds in beauty
and effectiveness the finer sorts of Clematis. As a
climber for the veranda, a screen for fences, for pillars
along the garden walks, for training on walls or arbors,
in masses on rockwork or cultivation in pots, it has no
rival among the strong-growing blossoming plants,
The Clematis should be grown in rich, deep,
sandy loam,and be well mulched with rotten manure
in winter. The richest sheets of bloom and largest
flowers are obtained where it has partial shadeanda
liberal supply of water atthe roots. After many years’
experience we have come to the conclusion to offer
only a few varieties which have proved worthy of gen-
eral cultivation.
JAPANESE CLEMATIS
Paniculata
A quick growing, dense vine of easy culture, cov-
ered in September with a white mass of small fra-
grant star-shaped flowers, First size roots, each, 35c,
per doz., $4.00; large roots, each, 60c, per doz., $6.50;
extra large roots, each, $1.00, per doz., $10.00.
VIRGINIA CLEMATIS, or VIRGIN’S BOWER
Much like the foregoing, but with large leaves,a
strong grower,its flowers appearing a month earlier
so they supplement each other. First size roots, each,
35e, per doz., $4.00; large roots, each, 60e, per doz.,
$6.50.
SACKMANNI CLEMATIS
This is perhaps the best known of the newer fine
perpetual Clematis, and should havecreditforthe great
popularity now attending this family of beautiful
climbers. The plant is free in its form of growth, and
an abundant and successful bloomer, producing
flowers untilfrozenup. The flowers are large and of
intense violet purple, remarkable for its velvety rich-
ness. Large roots, each, $1.00; extra large roots, each,
$1.50.
HARNRYIL CLEMATIS
One of the best perpetual NASH of robust habit
and a very free bloomer. The flowers are white, large
and very showy. July to October.
$1.00; extra large roots, each, $1.50.
COCCINEA CLEMATIS
A pretty, herbaceous sort, with bell-shaped scarlet
flowers. Large roots, each, 35e, per doz., $4.00; extra
large roots, each, 75e, per doz., $8.00.
CHINESE MATRIMONY VINE
Lycium Chinese
A hardy climber, purple flowers, scarlet berries.
Large roots, each, 75¢, per doz., $8.00.
TRUMPET VINE
Bignonia Radicans.
Much esteemed for its very large, red trumpet flow-
ers, blooming all summer. Large roots, each, 750;
per doz., $8.00; extra large roots, each, $1.25, per doz.,
$12.50.
WOODBINE, or VIRGINIA CREEPER
A popular, hardy, strong-growing climber with
healthy foliage, which turns to a rich crimson color in
the autumn; used for covering fences, trellises, old
stumps,etc. Large roots, each, 35c, per doz., $4.00;
extra large roots, each, 75c, per doz., $8.00; mammoth
roots, each, $1.25, per doz., $12.50.
ENGLEMANN’S WOODBINE
A variety of the foregoing, but in addition, it is self-
supporting and attaches itself firmly, andwill climb to
the top of tall buildings. Large roots, each, 50c, per
doz.. $5.50; extra large roots, each, $1.00, per doz.,
$10.00.
PURPLE WISTARIA
A strong climber, with large, fragrant clusters of
blue flowers in June. Large roots, each, 50c, per doz.,
$5.50; extra large roots, each, $1.00, per doz., $10.00.
MOONSEED
Menispernum
A vigorous Vine, growing in absolute shade orin
low ground; has glossy, dark green round foliage—
never attacked by insects; produces long feathery
sprays of yellow flowers in June, followed by clusters
of blue-black berries. First size roots, each, 50c, per
doz., $5.50; large roots, each, $1.00, per doz., $10.00.
Large roots, each
We make aspecialty of CLEMATIS, supplying choicest roots obtainable
NORTHRUP,
Kine & Co.,
SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 99
COMPASS CHERRIES.
CHERRIES.
Compass. Wecan recommend this grand cherry
for planting throughout the Northwest. Dark
colored, medium sweet fruit; very hardy. June.
Size No. 1,each 60c, per doz., $6.00. Selected
trees, each $1.25, per doz., $13.50.
Ostheime. (Russian) One of the hardiest; fruit,
quite large, flesh tender, juicy and sweet. (July).
Size No. 1, each 60c, per doz., $6.00; selected
trees, each $1.25, per doz., $13.50.
CURRANTS.
North Star. Extremely hardy and providing a
vigorous growth of wood. Rich in flavor, of
superior quality and much less acid than most
sorts. Size No. 1, each 30c, per doz., $3.00, per 100,
$15.00; size No. 2, each 50c, per doz., $5.00.
PLUMS.
Forest Garden. Fruit large, red and yellow, ob-
long in shape, highly flavored. (August)
Wolf. A perfect freestone variety, superior
for cooking and serving with sugar as peaches
are used. (August) Price of each of above varie-
ties, size No. 1, each 60ce, per doz., $6.00; selected
trees, each $1.25, per doz , $13.50.
RASPBERRIES.
Loudon. Canes talland vigorous, enormously
productive, berries large, conical, rich crim-
son, good shipper, ripens early and continues
untilall others are gone. Size No. 1, each 20c,
per doz., $1.00, per 100, $5.00; size No. 2, each 50c,
per doz., $4.00.
Gregg. A hardy black cap, very productive,
berries large, covered with a whitish bloom,
quality good, firmin shipping. Size No. i, each
20c, per doz., $1.00, per 100, $5.00; size No. 2, each
50c, per doz., $4.00.
sort.
expense.
ROUGH RIDER STRAWBERRY.
We make a specialty of Strawberries. Write for Prices on quantities larger than Quoted in this list.
ting on too much ang too early: "
just as soon as the plants begin to grow. ; E ;
: MULCHING TO ee THE FRUIT CLEAN.—Before the fruit begins to ripen, mulch the ground
around the plants with short hay or straw, or grass Mowings from the lawn, or anything of that
This will not only keep the fruit clean, but will prevent the ground from baking or dry-
i 1 hen the fruiting season. Tan
We pe a ie ons way will give two full crops, and should then be spaded or plowed
d ; in the meantime having been prepared to take its place.
“OF ra oidentaed warieties we have Bederwood, Warfield, Parker, Karle,
Enhance, and many othersorts. Pra per doz., 50c, postpaid; per 100, $1.50;
per 1000,$6.00;- by express_at purchasers expense.
perior sorts we have Sen. Dunlap, Rough Rider, Excelsa and Clyde.
doz., 50c., postpaid; per100,$1.75,per 1000, $8.00. By express at purchasers
FRUITS, Hardy Varieties.
Our list will be found to contain only varieties of
Fruits that will produce satisfactory results not onlyin the
Northwest Country but for general planting throughout the
Eastern and Southern states as well.
If our prices on any article appear higher than those con-
tained in some catalogues be assured they are only enough
higher to compensate for the superiority of our stock.
HARDY APPLES AND CRABS.
Duchess of Oldenburg, (Russian). Upright in habit, bark
very smooth and darkincolor; fruit extra size, pale green,
shading to white, beautifully striped pink, tart, juicy and
tender. Considered the best of hardy apples—August and
September; size No.1, each 40c; per doz., $4.00. Selected
trees, each 75c; per doz., $8.00.
Wealthy. Originated by the late Peter M. Gideon at Lake
Minnetonka,Minn. Abundant bearer; fruit large, dark crim-
son in color; flesh crisp, sub-aciG, white tinged with red.
Quality the best. November to February. Size No. 1, each
40c, perdoz., $4.00; selected trees, each 75e, per doz., $8.00.
Martha Crab. Very hardy, good bearer, fruit red. A fine
cooking and good market variety. September to December.
Size No.1, each 40e, per doz., $4.00; selected trees, each 75c,
per doz., $8.00;
Write for prices on other varieties of Apples.
fiinnesota Grown Fruit Trees Are Prized for their Hardl-
ness and the Abundance of Fruit which they Produce.
BLACKBERRIES.
Ancient Briton. The hardiestknown blackberry, fruit glossy
black, delicious in flavor and has no hard core. Size No. 1,
each 25c¢, per doz., $1.50, per 100 $7.50; size No. 2, each 50ce,
per dozen $4.00.
Snyder. One of the best berries for market in the far north,
sweet and of juicy flavor. Size No. 1,each 25e, per doz., $1.50,
per 100, $7.50; size No. 2, each 50c, per doz., $4.00.
GRAPES.
Moore’s Early. Bunch large, berry large, round with heavy
biue bloom, vine exceedingly hardy. Its earliness makes it
desirable for an early market; its hardiness particularly
adaptsitto Canada and Northern portions of the United States;
succeeds admirably inthesouth. Two year old, each 30c, per
doz., $3.00; extra large size, each 75c, per doz., $8.00.
Concord. The old favorite black grape, medium size, early
and of good quality. Vine healthy and productive. Two year
old, each 30e, per doz., $3.00; extra large size, each 75c, per
doz., $8.00.
Niagara. The best white grape, berry and bunches large.
A little earlier than Concord. Two year old, each 50ce, per
doz., $5.00; extra large size, each 75e, per doz., $8.00.
Brighton. One of the choicest red grapes. Vines vigorous,
hardy and free from_mildew,rich and sweet, much resem-
bling the Delaware. Two year old, each 50c, per doz.. $5.00;
extra large, each75e, per doz., $8.00.
STRAWBERRIES
A SPECIALTY WITH US.
The Soil and its Preparation.—_The Strawberry may be suc-
cessfully grown in any soil adapted to the growth of ordinary
field or gardencrops. The ground should be well prepared by
trenching or plowing, atleast eighteen or twenty inches deep,
and be properly enriched asforany gardencrop. Itis un-
necessary to say that if the land is wet, it must be thor-
oughly drained.
To Cultivate Strawberries.—For family use, we recommend
bark can also be used as mulch.
Of the newer and su-
Per
100
NortTHRupP, Kinc & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIs, MINN.
HARDY AND
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HARDY ROSE--GENERAL JACQUEMENOT.
MOSS ROSES.
No collection of roses is complete
without a few Moss Roses, free bloom-
ingand perfectly hardy.
Perpetual Red Moss.
carmine red color.
Perpetual White Moss. Large, pure
white blossoms, very choice.
Iwo year old plants, each 50e, per
doz., $5.50; selected plants, each $1.00,
per doz., $10.00.
TREE or STANDARD ROSES,
A handsome ornament for the lawn
or garden, standing about 4 feet high
and producing numerous large, sweet-
scented blossoms. They are quite har-
dy and can be carried through the
winter by laying down and covering
with straw and like material. Don’t
fail to include these in your order.
White, Pink or Red, each $1.25, per
doz., 11.50; selected trees, each $1.50,
per doz., 12.00.
OLD FASHIONED SWEET BRIAR or
EGLANTINE ROSE.
Rosa Rubiginosa. Handsome in flow-
erand fruit; itsleaves, flower and wood
exhale a delightful fragrance. Very
hardy, (4to 5 feet.) Large plants, each
50c, per doz., 5.00; extra large plants,
each $1.00, per doz., $10.00.
Rosa Rugosa. (The only rose not
attacked by insects) An extremely
hardy rose needing no winter protec-
Of a beautiful
tion, producing the best effect when’
planted on the lawn as a shrub, its
dark green foliage remaining in per-
fectly healthy condition until late in
the fall, flowers are single, white and
red, followed by largered berries which
remain on the plant until frost. We can
recommend this as worthy of general
planting in small as well as large
grounds. (4and 5 feet.)
Rugosa. Red, large plants, each
50c, per doz., $5.50; extra large plants,
each $1.00, per doz., $10.00: mam-
moth size plants, each $1.50, per doz,,
$16.00,
Ragosa. White, large plants, each
50c; per doZ., $5.50; extra large plants,
each $1.00, per doz., $10.00; mammoth
size plants, each $1.50, per ‘doz.. $16.00,
PERSIAN YELLOW ROSE,
The favorite double yellow rose,
blooms in June and has dainty foliage.
2 year old roots, each 50c, per doz.,
$5.50: selected roots, each $1.00, per
doz., %10.00,
Minnesota Grown
EVERBLOOMING ROSES.
The Rose can truly be called the ‘‘Queen” of flowers. Contrary to the
general impression, they are of the easiest culture providing proper
attention is given to selection of varieties suitable to your locality and
Proper planting. We shall be glad to make selection of sorts for you if
such request is mentioned on order. (Complete Cultural directions
free with each order.)
HYBRID PERPETUAL ROSES.
These grand Roses bloom allsummer providing they are properly
taken care of by spraying when necessary and protected during win-
ter. They should be planted in rich, heavy soil. The short list men-
tioned is selected from many collections. We can supply, however,
many other varieties besides and shall be pleased to give list of them
on application.
General Jacquemenot. Bright crimson, fragrant.
Anna de Diesbach. Brilliant carmine, fragrant.
Mabel Morrison, Delicate white, fragrant.
Marshall P. Wilder. Deep crimson.
Paul Neyron, Deep rose,nearly thornless.
Mrs. John Laing. Very large, delicate pink.
Magna Charta, Clear, rosy red, beautifully flushed with crimson.
Price, 2year old selected, each 50c, per doz., $5.00; 3 year old
selected, each $1.00, per doz., $10.00.
NOTE. All of our Rosesare home grownand must not becon-
founded with the imported stock offered by department stores and
others at low prices and which, asa rule, last but for one season.
HARDY CLIMBING ROSES.
No garden is complete without these grand Climbing Roses. They
produce a wealth of bloom and can be carried through from year to
year by protecting slightly through the winter.
Crimson Rambler. Brilliant crimson flowers produced in trusses,
pyramidalin shape, wonderfully free blooming. 2 year old roots, each
50c, per doz., $5.50; selected roots, each $1.00, per doz., $10.00.
Prairie Queen. Bright red, frequently striped with white.
Baltimore Belle. Pale blush, frequently becoming nearly white.
The above two varieties are the ‘“‘old fashioned’ Climbing roses of our
grandmothers’ gardens and cannot be surpassed for freedom and fra-
grance of bloom. 2 year old roots, each 50ce, per doz., $5.50; selected
roots, each $1.00, per doz., $10.00.
HARDY CEMETERY ROSE.
Madame Plantier. An extremely fragrant double white rose
having obtained the name of ‘‘Cemetery Rose” on account of the large
number that is used throughout the country for planting in cemetery
plots. 2 year old roots, each 50c. per doz., $5.50, selected roots, each
$1.00, per doz., $10.00. ;
WILD ROSE.
A selected wild rose of dwarf habit, suckers rapidly and is therefore
good for holding embankments or ground covering in the shade, the
single blossoms completely cover the plant in June, followed by an
equal number of brilliant red berries holding on all winter. Ist size
plants, each 35e, per doz., $3.00, large plants, each 50c, per doz., $5.50;
extra large plants, $1.00, per doz., $10.00.
CLOTHILDE
SOUPERT ROSE.
The most free
blooming rose we
know of, flowers
medium size, very
double and beauti-
fully formed, oval
at first but flatten-
ing as they expand.
Color pearly white
at outer edge, shad-
ing to a center of
rosy pink, some-
times varying in
color to nearly pure
white. Very fragrant
andaconstant bloom-
er. Ist size plants each
35e, doz., $4.00; large
ea. 50c,do0z., $5.50; ex-
tra, ea. 75c, per doz.,
$8.00.
EVERBLOOMING
or TEA ROSES.
What is commonly known as
“everblooming” roses areequal-
ly valuable for summerand win-
ter blooming being almost con-
tinuallyin flower, they are not
however hardy enough to with-
standnorthern wintersandmust
be moved into the house or con-
servatory when cold weather
setsin. We have a fine collec-
tion and can supplyextra good
stock which is particularly
apapted for making show beds.
White, Pink, Scarlet, Crimson,
Yellow; large plants each 50e,
per doz., $5.50; extra large, each
75ce, per doz., $8.00,
Roses Are Hardiest and Most Free Blooming.
HARDY CLIMBING ROSE PRAIRIE QUEEN.
NorTHRuP, KING & Co.,
SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 1U1
New Double Tube
Insect Exterminator,
with Glass Reservoir
The following area
few of its
Points of
Excellence:
First.—The oper
ator can at al
times see the in-
gredients mixing and just
how they are working.
Second.—The glass res-
ervoir being oblong, a
“turning motion” is giv-
RUBBER PLAN
This is the finest @ p ff
Sprinkler made. It & .
is durable, quickly
and conveniently
filled, throws a
strong, fine spray,
which thoroughly
washes the foliage
of the plants, re-
moving dust and in-
sects. Indispensa-
ble for floral work,
window ‘gardening
and sprinkling clothes.
Price, 6 oz., 0c; 8 oz., Tic.
NOYES’ HANDWEEDER.
TSPRINKLERS.
~ Fae
Rubber Plant Sprinkler.
SS This is an ex
en while the sprayer is == cellent Imple
aq being used. This mixes ment for hand
the ingredients and will weeding in bed
not allow the Paris Green sauce, such as
tosettle.
Third.—The glass res-
ervoir cannot corrode or
rust, ¥
Fourth.—The glass reservoir is nothing more nor less than a Mason
quart fruit jar, which screws into the cap. Should it break, it can
readily be replaced without loss of time and ata trifling expense.
Price, each, 90c, by express or freight at purchaser’s expense.
onions,carrots
and the like; itis
especially valua-
ble where the
ground is hard or baked. By mail 25c.
LANG’S HANDWEEDER
Is becoming
more popular
each year. It
is very conye-
niently used
and fits the
hand so com-
fortably that
the fingers
are entirely
free for use w
The ‘‘Blizzard’’ High
Pressure Sprayer.
The handiest and ea-
siest working sprayer EXCELSIOR HANDWEEDER.
made for spraying fruit z ,
trees, tobacco, potatoes, A handy and efficient tool in the flower
poultry houses, white- and vegetable garden. T» be used when
wash, ete. It sells at weeds aresmall. Price, by mail, 20c.
sight as evidenced by our
experience last season.—
Holds one gallon of mixture and after pumping in a few strokes of air
works continuously. Willthrow a broad spread, mist-like spray. Also di-
rect from the stopcock a coarse Bordeaux spray ten to twelve feet high and
a straight stream much higher. [s equipped with stopcock and
Empire Rotary
HAND CORN PLANTER.
The only Hand Planter made that has a Polished Steel Foot
Iron and Iron Cut Off, threes Seed Plates with seven Seed Cham-
nozzle. : : ‘a bers each, a Gravitating Paul and Stop Latch to operate the Seed
Blizzard, No. 35, galvanized iron tanks, price, each . $1.50 Plates and has no springs to break or get out of order. Price, $1.00.
0 3 f H 50 A great laborsaver. Anybody having from 1 to thirty acres of potatoes to plant
THE ACGME POTATO PLANTER, 6 C, or $ ' 1 will find the Acme will do the work better, cheaper and quicker than any other
machine made. Any man can plant two acres with perfect ease ina day. The secret of the Acme Potato Planter’s work is that it makes
the holes, drops and covers the seed at one operation.
A Good Steel Trowel Cheap.
We are able to offera first-class,. stout,
all-steel sharpened and polished 6inch
trowel, made in one piece, and large wooden
handle, at the exceedingly low price of lic
each. If by mail, postpaid, 30c. This Trowel
will give perfect satisfaction, and is by far
the lowest price at which we have ever known
so good a trowel to be offered.
‘“‘AUTO-SPRAY,”’
A Self-Operating or Automatic Sprayer,
The climax of all Sprayers; combines every conceivable point of excel-
lence, including economy, durability, low price and ease in Carrying and
Operating. Nothing but Galvanized Iron and Solid Brass or Copper used.
in making the ‘‘AUTO-SPRAY” with four-ply rubber hose—nothing to rust
or corrode. Eight toten strokes of plunger in air chamber will compress;
enough air to discharge the entire contents and make a continuous spray
for nine minutes—This means that the “AUTO-SPRAY” can be charged in
fifteen seconds, when it will work uninterruptedly long enough tospraya
quarter-acre of potatoes. The “AUTO-SPRAY” will throw a spray of equal
fineness as far as any pumpin the world. Forspraying cattle to keep oft
flies, etc. For washing windows. For washing wagons. For Fire Extin-
guisher. And various similar uses the ‘‘AUTO-SPRAY” beats them all.
PRICE of “AUTO-SPRAY” made with Galvanized Steel Rsservoir, $4.50
With Solid Brass Reservoir, - = - - - - 6.00
Our price on all Sprayers includes boxing and delivery to express or
freight office at Minneapolis, purchaser to pay transportation charges.
Where seeds are to be sent at Same time, a Sprayer can be put in without
any apppreciable extra charge for transportation. With every Sprayeris
furnished complete instructions for use and formulas for emulsions, dis-
infectants,etc.. the materials for which can be obtained cheaply atany
drug store.
a
eg iT
Weight,empty,7 lbs. Weight, loaded,39 lbs. Capacity, about 4 gallons.
102 NORTHRUP, KING & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
Garden Drills and Cultivators.
LOW IN PRICE. PERFECT IN OPERATION. UNQUALIFIEDLY GUARANTEED.
FoR several years past the manufacturers of all
the leading and best known makes of Garden
Tools have fixed the price at which they should be
sold, and refused to sell anyone who would notagree
to maintain the prices established by them.
Three years ago we secured anew line of Gar-
den Drills and Cultivators, which we offered under
a guarantee made by the manufacturers, the Bacon
Mfg. Co., that they would be found perfectly satis-
factory to our customers, and being unhampered by
agreement, we were able to offer them at about
ONE-HALF THE PRICE of othersimilartools. We
sold alarge number of these tools, and to the com-
plete satisfaction of every purchaser. Weoffer them No. 3—Single
N : 5 ; this year with renewed cenfidence that they will Wheel Cultivator
No. 1.—Drill only, with handles, front yot only be found equal in every particular to those withs5 teeth, 2
wheel and markers. of any other make, but to possess some important hoes, delivered to
Delivered to R. R. in Minneapolis. features which render them in some waysthe BEST R.R. in Minneap-
boxed, for $6.00. GARDEN TOOLS ON THE MARKET. olis, for - $3.00
THESE DRILLS are showing exceptionally fine sowing qualities, weigh but thirty-three pounds, and are very
light running. By placing the large drive wheel behind in pushing, the weight of the arm and drill are thrown
upon it, insures a regular movement of the feed and materially lightens the work. The feed which is entirely
new, is not a modification of any in use,is Simple, dur- <Q
able, easily adjusted, has no brushes, rubber or wire
parts to wear and get out of order. It is of iron and
from its peculiar construction, handles the most deli-
cate seeds without bruising or breaking. Can be varied
to any amount, sowing evenly to the last seed.
In sowing Parsnip, Carrot, Beet, Salsify, Wrinkled Pea, Smooth
and Prickly Spinach, Corn, Beans, etc., it has no equal.
("All drills have the cultivator frame attachment, so that persons
having the drill and wishing a cultivator need to purchase only such tools as
wanted. The handles and cultivator frame are the same in the drill as in the single
and double wheel cultivator, the difference in cultivator being only in variety of
tools and number of wheels, so that any cultivator may be used asa one ortwo
wheel cultivator, working between or on both sides of a row, by using either oneor
two wheels. Thevariety of tools comprise all that are of practical use.
Asa combined drillthey have none of the objectionable features of the ordi-
nary drill of this class—the parts requiring no modification tocombine them. The
drill part is detached from the cultivator by the removal of but twonuts. We call© <_<
attention to certain peculiarities of the standard feed to No. 4 Combined, Double and
which the Bacon differs. The standard feeds eithera plate with Single Wheel Cultivator with
a different holes or a hole which can be varied in size, or revolv- 5 teeth, 2 hoes, 1 plow, (Flat-
N2E ing holes or pockets, while adapted to certain seeds, lack the frame not arched. Delivered
element of universality, which is an essential feature in gar-toR. R.in Minneapolis, $5.00
den drills, and is especially noticeable in
sowing beets, parsnips, Salsify, etc., which require a very large passage,
and in adjusting is done by using a smaller hole or pocket, causing
a slight clog- :
ging, which ¢
either bunch-
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The Bacon
feed, in a very
SS ¢ simple combi-
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No. 6 Double Wheel Expansion Arch woe ee = se
Cultivator with 6 teeth, 2 hoes, t plow. foles or pas-
Deliveredto R. R., Minneapolisfor $6.00 sages suitable
to the various
seeds, but also the property of varying the passages
in a manner not found in any other drill. The passage
is always the same diameter and of proper size to give
free passage to the most difficultseeds. The variation
of seeds being accomplished by a variation of posi- 2
tion of certain parts of the passage. This gives bet- rai
ter results in easily handled seeds and is absolutely ~< / \ ——
necessary in handling successfully such seeds as = a
parsnip, beet, carrot, salsify, prickly spinach, wrink- No. 7—Drill with Combination Cultivator, with 5 teeth, 2
led pea, etc. This feature, peculiar to this drill, hoes, 1 plow. Delivered to R. R.in Minneapolis for - $8.00
makes it universally successfulin handling all seeds.
WE also handle the well known PLANET JR., and MATTHEWS TOOLS. (Write for Prices
on these; also for any other GARDEN TOOLS wanted, GRASS SEEDERS, SPRAYERS, etc.
We are sole State Agents for the celebrated PRAIRIE STATE INCUBATORS and BROODERS.
Write us for their new catalogue.
NORTHRUP, KING, & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 103
0 You WANT TO OWN THE BEST FANNING MILL?
If so, it must be the ‘*CLIPPER.’’
There Can Be Only One Mili that is The Best, and We Unqualifiediy Guarantee the ‘‘CLIPPER’’ to be that [iill.
We say this after an experience of over twenty years’ use of
many makes and styles of mills in our own business of
cleaning seeds. Wesay this, after seeing every leading seed
house in the United States discard other millsin favor of the
Clipper for their own use. Wesay this, after having recom-
mended, without favor and without profit, the CLIPPER Mill
to hundreds of our customers, who have asked our advice as
to the best mill for them to buy; and not one ofthese has
failed to say that it is the best mill he ever used.
After watching the work performed by the Clipper Mill
for nearly twenty years, and seeing it become, from a small
beginning, the best and most popular mill on the market, we
have arranged with the manutacturers for the exclusive sale
of the Clipper Mili for the following states: Minnesota, North
Dakota, South Dakota, lowa, Montana and Northern Michi-
gan, also Province of Manitoba.
Itisa great satisfaction to handle sucha mill as the Clip-
per. Notonly doesit doits work better and more economi-
eally than other mills, but it will ecutwear a dozen mills such
as are ordinarily put up forfarm use. It is built ‘to stay”
and willlast a long lifetime.
The Clipper Millis builtin several sizes, both hand and
power, for farm, warehouse and elevator use. Catalogue with
prices and discounts mailed on inquiry to aliinterested,
Just now we callattention tothe No. 1 Hand Power Clipper
: ; Grain and Seed Cieaner. This is the best size for farm and
general use. Itis equipped with one wire and eight perforated zinc screens, separating boards,etc. Itcleans ail
classes of grain and seeds, such as wheat, corn, oats, barley, beans, peas, buckwheat, millet, clover, timothy,
mustard, flax, etc.. Unlike other mills, the Clipper cleans all classes of seed and grain, thoroughly,in one opera-
tion, without any waste, and leaves no tailings to be rehandled. Effectual separation of plantainfrom clover is
accomplished, removing all imperfect seed therefrom as well as cleaning the perfect seed. Other mills depend
entirely on screens for this work,and with unsatisfactory results, but the Clipper cleans all straw and foreign
matter from grain before it enters the air shaft, and the vertical blast does the rest. The screens are so
arranged as to bein plain view and of easy access to the operator while the machine is in operation,
Our Special Price on the No. i Clipper Mil,
$20.00, F. 0. B. Minneapolis.
The rest of our story about the Clipper Mill isa
| Short one but very much to the point.
We absolutely guarantee it to excel all other grain
and seed cleaners in the work it accomplishes,AND
ANY MACHINE NOT FOUND SATISFACTORY
AFTER THIRTY DAYS’ TRIAL MAY BE RE-
TURNED AT OUR EXPENSE. :
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A Few Specialties in Poultry Supplies.
PHILADELPHIA MARKER. One of the best in use for mark-
ine woung chicks and gives satisfaction wherever used. Price, 30c
postpaid.
GEM LEG BANDS. Best of their kind: made of aluminum,
light and strong. One sizeonly, adjustable to fit any sized fowl.
Price, postpaid, 1 doz., 25c, 2 doz., 35c., 100 for $1.00.
EGG TESTER. Best and cheapest on the market. Fits any
small lamp and will show just how eggs are progressing. Price,
30c, postpaid. A
PRAIRI® STATE INCUBATOR THERMOMETER. Thor-
oughly accurate, seasoned and tested. Price, 75c, postpaid. Jumbo
Powder Gun, 25c, postpaid. Insect Powder Bellows, by express, 60c.
Wecarry a full line of Lee’s Insecticides, Mann’s Bone Cutters,
Root Cutters, etc., and can sell to advantage anything in the Poul-
try Supply Line.
; POULTRY F00 A celebrated artist when asked with what he
1 mixed his paints. replied, With brains.”
Precisely so does a progressive Poultry Keeper mix his rations.
CRUSHED OYSTER SHELL The most frequent cause of
5 hens not laying is the ab-
sence in the food of Carbonate of Lime. As Crushed Oyster Shell
is practically pure Carbonate of Lime, it supplies, when fed to
poultry, the most essential element and greatly aids in the forma-
tion of the egg.
Exclusive Northwestern Agents for “Prairie State’ Incubators
and Brooders. Writs for special catalogue if interested,
Advantages Gained by the Use of Oyster Shelis.
pees f It prevents ‘‘Cholera;” it keeps the poultry healthy; it makes hens lay an
: egg per day; it prevents soft shell eggs; it prevents hens from eating their
eggs; it makes the egg shell strong enough to carry without breaking; it
contains many essential components of the egg; it makes eggs larger and
heavier. When you buy 100 lbs. of “STERLING” Brand Crushed Oyster
Shells, you get 100 lbs. of Shells, not 15 to 20 lbs. of dust and dirt mixed in, as
our brand is specially cleaned. To get best results in Poultry Raising the
use of something of the kind is positively necessary. Every poultry house
or yard should havea pan or trough fullso that the fowls can have access
to them at alltimes. Put up in 100 lb. bags.
Our price, bags included, 80c per 100 Ibs.
MICA CRYSTALGRIT. Hens, having no teeth, should be kept constant-
ly suplied with some sharp material to grind and masticate their food.
Mica Crystal Grit issuperiorto all other forms, as it is not only sharp
and hard, but its properties are such that it acts as_a tonic and contributes
largely to the health and productive power of the Fowl. Our price for 100
lbs., bags included, 85c.
GROUND BONE. Per lb., 5c; per 100 lbs., $2,50. Bags free.
MILLETT FOR YOUNG CHICKS. Per 5 Ibs., 15c; per 100 lbs., $2.00.
GRAIN SCREENINGS. Write for special prices.
IMPERIAL EGG FOOD. Per Ib., 35c.
7 = 100 Lbs~
PEERLESS BRAND |
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NorTHRUP, KiNG & Co., SEEDSMEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
ALPHABETICAL INDEX.
VEGETABLE SEEDS.
Ama Se #265 tcdsitend sets sac oe 67
Artichoke 22. veccdsexs sees 38
Artichoke Roots........ 67
Asparagus -os5-2- Skee 38
Asparagus Roots....... 67
Balm ts 5 a ae 67
Basil, Sweetsisacee ky. 67
Beans. .5..2..0 eeaseeer 38, 39
Reet 1 sae ees 9, 40, 41
Borage es sei cena OF
Borecole or Kale........ 41
BrocGOlic: .inekeee cee 41
Brussels Sprouts....... 41
Cabbage............42, 48, 44
Ca&©rawayi- car saseesescn sc 67
Carrot isn eee 10, 45
Catniprer crtiaiesnwsse ses 67
Canliiloweres.. ssc cso8e 46
Geleryai Bice sac cnesee 46
Celeriac...... 46
Chernwilhid.cbise Sh does 46
Chicoryestheisens sie seee 46
Ciltrone cc fesh sae eke Oe
Collard s.ses boil a 46
Coriander: cd. iv esses 67
Corn, Sweet or Sugar 47, 48
Corn, SaladorFetticus 46
Cress or Pepper Grass 46
Cireumiber-s-perer- bee 49
2 Stans cht seach ewetes i
eovPlant. 22 cscs psec
Endive iia: bscasitcee 49
MIKADO FERN BALL,
HE grandest of house
ferns. Imported each
year from Japan. The
Japanese make up dor-
mant fern roots and moss
into balls that are so con-
structed as to send out
leaves from all over their
surface. They grow rap-
idly and are exeellent or-
naments for dwelling or
conservatory. When first
received dip into waterfor
10 to 15 minutes every two
days until growth starts,
meanwhile suspend bya
wire in any desired loca-
tion. After foliage starts,
sprinkle as required to in-
sure growth. DORMANT
BALLS, 8 in. diameter,
ea. 65c, 3 for $1.80, postpd.
Directions for starting and
growing the Fern Balls furnished
with each order.
Books on the Sub-
ject of Basketry.
“How to Do It,” Morse,
the book for beginners, ea.
25ec, postpaid.
Raffia and Reed Weav-
ing, Knapp, ea. 55c, post-
paid.
How to Make Baskets,
Mary White, each $1.10,
postpaid.
Indian Basketry,
James,ea. $2.10, postpaid;
gives the history of In-
dian Basketry with 360
half tone illustrations.
egetable Seeds.—Con.
PAGE
ale ic sicsemoisaee ssc, 27, 41
POMC Dice waiene cic ctae 49
Ravenders.ccnsses sos «ese 67
TWeekinc eo cee enor weer aces 49
Lettuce ccgesstst stapes 50
Maryorarnitc-coc.sssee ce On
Melon, Musk.......... 51
Melon, Water.......... 52, 53
ODOM ceccce cles 53, 54, 55, 56
Onion'Setsy ssc ccce cee 57
Parsley 57
IPATSHAD cs secon eee 5
PGaS vec sscoe ne 29, 58, 59, 60
Pennyroyalsccecase cc.
Pé@pper.:: 225-05 Slateicctan Ol
IPutmipkaras on. cicero acer 61
Radishi.cyceencaceceseee.ee 62
Khubarb.ce. accoesoases 63
Rhubarb Roots......... 67
SAS Cs ccc scence ete teers 67
Salsify or Veg. Oyster 63
Spinache. «css cztacstecce. 63
Squash oh jcict cee 64
Summer Savory........ 67
PDT On ore chlorate inet 67
LObACCORS aces Sahecs are 66
LOM AatO ee cece ceecmneee 65
ANH A ethoNesnetosce SS cnossS 66
Water Cress............. 46
FLOWER SEEDS,
Pagesixinessccticcenine. 68 to 83
OUR SPECIAL
School Garden Mixture.
IPA gerne acsisicisatenicr cence OS
You can learn in less than an hour
Howto make Indian Baskets,
The great interest in INDIAN
BASKETS has drawn the attention
of schools, kindergartens and the
public in general to theart of basket
making. I[t isnot onlya means of
training classes but owing to the
almost unlimited range of possibili-
tyin this work, a most fascinating
pastime as well as lucrative employ-
inent for ladies and children. ‘
persons can, with the aid of our lit-
tle booklet, ‘“‘How to Do It,” become
INDIAN RAFFIA
BASKET.
Our Special Premiums,
Pages - see. et 3 8f8%s 68
MISCELLANEOUS.
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Clipper Fanning Mills 103
Drills and Cultivators 102
Evergreen Seeds....... 67
Fruit Seeds iso oes. 67
Garden and Miscella-
neous Tools.......... 101
Insect Exterminators 101
Lawn Dressing......... 85
Lawn Grass Seed..... 84, 85
Mica Crystal Grit...... 103
Mushroom Spawn...... 49
Oyster Shells. .......... 103
Raffia and Reed........ 104
Poultry Supplies....... 103
Sprayers, 3... ae 101
Tree, Hedge and Shrub
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Vegetable Gardening
by Samuel B.Green 37
NURSERY STOCK.
Shrubs, Trees, Roses,
Plants, Bulbs, Vines,
Rolejeiesies «se BEER COT LOMOUD
FARM & FIELD SEEDS,
GRASSES, ETC.
JA fala eet Bee ae Sieras
Australian Salt Bush 29
Barley 3. ° case see ae 15
Farm and Field Seeds,
Grasses, Etc.—Con.
PAGE
Beans) .2 ooicics chore 08,
Bromus Inermis.......
Bromus Erectus........ 36
Broom Cortese cee
Carrot: 233: esate 10, 45
Cane Seeds... Eee.
Clover and Grass
Seeds 2... 5ti2ts ao sets
Clover Grass Mixtures
Corn, Field 16,17, 18, 19, 20,21
£8
Corn Fodder.......22, 23, 24
Cow. Peas<.< 5. Bees 28
Hog Pasture Mixture....3
Hungarian. ..c.+csseee ae
Mangel Wurzel......... 9
Millet... 22. eccceees Rake! cee
Oats 2° SS eee b ee V3
Peas, Field ....2)-..6225 eee
Potatoes and Potato
EVESi4.. . ee eee ie Ef
Rape (Dwarf Essex)... 26
Ruta Baga, Swede..... 8
RY.» portent eee
Slender Wheat Grass.. 35
Soreneee or Sugar
Cane. SSS ea
Soja Beans... eee
Speltz...... os be anaembeee. be 14
Sugar Beet.............. 9
Thousand Headed
Kale. Sse
Vetchessiird 26 Sse
Wheat: on views esent 13
WildiRice.< 5 29
Most
COMMENCED BASKET.
proficient in basket makingin less than an hour’s time. We are headquarters for
the various materials used in this work andcan supply them by the pound or ton.
Special quotations made to schools, etc., for
Large package containing samples of 10
uantities.
ifferent colors of Raffia and 6 different
sizes of Reed also complete circular mailed for only 5c to cover postage or for $1.00
we will mail postpaid. All necessary articles, consisting of Reed, Colored and
Natural Raffia, Needles and 28-page book of instructions and illustrations, with
Commenced Basket.
RAFFIA or RAPHIA.
Raffia is the Malagay name of a palm which fur-
nishes a staple article of commerce called Raffa fi-
ber, two to five feet in length like the leaves of the
sugar cane and which after being dried in the sun
assumes a lightstraw color. This material has come
into general use in the making of baskets, hats, ete.
It is as soft as silk, very strong and will keep in good
condition indefinitely; The Raffia in colors (all of
which are fast) which we offer has been colored by
expert dyers.
PRICES OF RAFFIA.
the finest.
baskets.
Money refunded if not satisfactory,
REEDS—Commonly Known as Rattan.
This isa kind of palm which grows in the forests
of India, It is imported into this country, stripped
of leaves and bark and split into round or flat strips
of various a by the manufacturers, No. 1 bein
Nos. 2,
for small baskets, and Nos. 3, 4 5,
baskets. This material is used in itself for making
Also as a foundation for weaving of Raffia.
3 and 4arethe sizes mostly use
6 and7 for scrap
PRICES OF REED.
Natural Per lb. Per Ibe. hh z ova r
Light Straw color 25c i er Ib er o£.
solors mA Size No.1 Fine - $1.20" 10¢
Indian Red We $2.75 $5.00 x od 2 Medium - 95 Wc
Seal Brown s a , ; 3 Medium coarse - 13 Re
Orange zs ° “ F “ 4 Coarse ° 15 Se
Green le ry a fs DUEROAVY v=. Sent oe 50 6c
Black oo 23 ot + Ree Double Heavy - pie? Ty 6c
And 5 other colors and andes: we expels, 1b at id 7 Extra Heavy ° 40 6c
ates. i t ound of any rt }
Boe ee ahaa, lo ocate If wanted Dy imail; add . We supply ¥1b. atthe pound rate. If wanted by
at the rate of 16 cents per pound for postage.
SPLIT BEER
it in two sizes, pam
ness 1-16th inch, length 10 feet.
.
5-16th
This material is used largely for the foundation of weavi
mail, add at the rate of 16c per pound for postage.
Reed
and Raffia, and in the making of baskets,wall Pockates etc. We furnish
th
inches, thickness 18th inch, length 10 feet; wi
PRICE, 5c per 20 feet.
316th inches, thick-
Add 2c per 20 feet for pos e.
Raftia Needles, Best Euglish make, 4 for 5c, Per Package of 24 needles, 15c, postpaid.
We are Headquarters for the Todd Adjustable Hand Loom, Colored Yarn, Book
of Instruction, etc.
Write for complete circular free.
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For Northern Grown Shrubs, Roses, Trees, Bulbs, Plants and Miscellaneous Nursery Stock.
EVERY ORDER, LARGE OR SMALL WILL RECEIVE CAREFUL ATTENTION.
q NORTHRUP, KING & CO.,
MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
‘ Gentlemen: Please send the following by
AMOUNT ENCLOSED. .
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s
g your order for Nursery Stock, etc., as they go to different departments.
Tools, etc. In the event of it being lost please make out that order on a separate sheet of paper from theon_
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The above illustration, reproduced from a photograph, shows a view in our
new Retail Store, No. 714 Nicollet Avenue, Minneapolis. It is considered the
handsomest Seed and Flower Store in America.
Our customers are invited to
call and inspect it when in the city.
Our Cut Flower Department is in charge of one of the most skilful florists in
the United States. Write for our pictured price-list of Roses, Carnations, Palms. Ferns
and beautiful floral designs, suitable for all occasions.
Sos
Address all correspondence to our main office, No. 26 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
NORTHRUP. KING & Go.
fectly double. The plants succeed alike in the ope
garden or in pots. Seeds sown early in the year will
give an abundance of flowers in July. Sown in/
May and kept pinched back, you will have fine |»
flowers late in the fall until checked by hard
frosts. Sown in the autumn, the flowers will be in Bt
full bloom early in the spring. Thus, by
planting at different seasons, flowers “ss:
can be had all the year around. Allvarieties |
mized. Packet
10 cents;
three for = __
25 cents. _.
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